Electrical Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)

Battelle • Columbus, OH

3d • $20 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Defense & Materials Solutions team is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Co-Op for Spring Semester 2027 (January-April). This position is 100% onsite located in Columbus, Ohio. The Electrical Engineering Co-op will support Battelle’s National Security business. This group specializes in the design, development, testing, and production of unique, complex electronic and electromechanical systems. Application deadline: October 9th, 2026.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering and engineering coursework equivalent to sophomore standing or higher
• Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, function generators, etc.
• Experience working in a lab environment such as soldering, wiring, test preparation, data collection and documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office application software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and eagerness to take on technical challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a sole US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance

Nice To Haves

• A continuous learner who possesses a tinkerer mentality and strong engineering/math fundamentals.
• Previous internship or work experience in the engineering discipline
• Familiarity with electrical drawings such as circuit schematics, wire harnesses, and PCB drawings
• Familiarity with electrical engineering design tools and methods such as schematic capture, simulation, analysis, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to electrical system design which may include: Searching for parts, Specifying components, Soldering circuit boards, Building wire harnesses, Writing firmware, Designing circuits (simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout, assembly, test, and debug)
• Support hardware test activities (temperature testing, functional verification, performance evaluation)
• Prepare engineering documentation as required
• Provide engineering support to product technical staff and managers as required

Benefits

• $2,000 housing stipend for students relocating more than 50 miles from home and university
• Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
• Enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
• Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
• Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree