Electrical Engineering Intern Summer 2026
About The Position
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems. As an intern you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real-world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and mentorship opportunities and career development. BAE Systems, Combat Missions Systems, in Minneapolis MN is seeking a summer intern pursuing a career in the field of electrical engineering who wishes to gain hands-on experience to complement their technical course work. The qualified candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the design and development of electrical/electronic systems used in defense related applications. This opportunity is 100% Onsite. Relocation will not be offered, and housing is not provided. As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will: The intern will work within a team environment, but under the guidance of a mentor to learn about engineering principles and technical development specific to BAE Systems. Tasks may include electrical design, fabrication, integration, and test. Assist with electrical design, fabrication, integration, and test. Assist in design and development of electrical/electronic systems used in defense related applications.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fields with, at minimum, junior standing
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic understanding of and skills in electronics and electrical engineering, circuit and power analysis
- Familiarity with MS Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel
- Computer Aided Design experience
Nice To Haves
- Senior standing (completion of junior year, 80+ credits).
- Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering
Responsibilities
- The intern will work within a team environment, but under the guidance of a mentor to learn about engineering principles and technical development specific to BAE Systems.
- Tasks may include electrical design, fabrication, integration, and test.
- Assist with electrical design, fabrication, integration, and test.
- Assist in design and development of electrical/electronic systems used in defense related applications.
Benefits
- networking with BAE Systems employees and other students
- participating in exciting real-world projects
- joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders
- mentorship opportunities and career development
- can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan
- Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
