Electrical Engineering Intern (MECOP) – 2026

Ralliant • Beaverton, OR

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About The Position

ektronix is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer Intern to join our Hardware Engineering team through the MECOP Internship Program. This role offers hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers on real-world product development, testing, and validation activities for industry-leading test and measurement solutions.
The intern will gain exposure to the full hardware development lifecycle while contributing to meaningful engineering projects that support Tektronix’s mission of innovation and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
• Participation in or eligibility for the MECOP Internship Program
• Strong understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles (analog/digital circuits, basic electronics)
• Familiarity with common lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, DMMs, power supplies)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based engineering environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, Cadence, or similar)
• Exposure to embedded systems, power electronics, or signal integrity concepts
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, MATLAB, C/C++)
• Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience in hardware or electronics
• Interest in test and measurement technologies

Responsibilities

• Support hardware engineering teams in the design, development, and validation of electronic circuits and systems
• Assist with schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and design documentation
• Perform bench testing, debugging, and characterization of electrical circuits using oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and other lab equipment
• Analyze test data and document results, findings, and recommendations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Follow established engineering standards, safety practices, and documentation processes

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with real-world hardware engineering projects
• Mentorship from experienced Tektronix engineers and leaders
• Exposure to professional engineering workflows and product development cycles
• Opportunity to develop both technical and professional skills in a collaborative environment
• Valuable industry experience through the MECOP program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern