Summer 2027 Electrical Engineering Intern

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

67d•Onsite

About The Position

Our paid Summer Internship Program is designed to provide students with an immersive, hands-on experience within the aerospace and defense industry. Interns work alongside AV team members on meaningful projects involving cutting-edge technology while developing professional relationships, strategic problem-solving skills, and practical experience in a full-time work environment. This is a 12-week, onsite program intended for highly motivated and passionate students who are currently enrolled in college or are recent graduates. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, with a preference for students at the junior level or above. Our program has been recognized by Yello and WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for multiple years. Depending on the team and location, students who are willing to relocate for their internship may be eligible for a relocation and housing reimbursement stipend. AV offers internship opportunities across various teams and locations throughout the United States. Specific team, location, and program details will be discussed during the interview process. As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you’ll join AV’s Test Equipment Engineering Team and contribute to the design, development, and testing of electrical systems for unmanned aircraft and advanced robotics. You’ll assist in building and supporting test equipment, writing software, and troubleshooting systems — gaining valuable, real-world experience across the product development lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your academic training in a high-tech, fast-paced environment while working alongside experienced engineers and mentors.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Academic or personal project experience in one or more of the following: Power electronics, battery systems, or electric motors
Embedded systems, FPGA, or RF systems
Digital and analog circuit design
Familiarity with electrical protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, CAN, or LVDS
Basic programming knowledge in C, C++, or C#
Exposure to test equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Must be a U.S. person under the definition of ITAR/EAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee).

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with PCB testing, debugging, or electronics prototyping
Exposure to Visual Studio, Git, or hardware/software integration environments
Familiarity with version control and defect tracking tools
Experience with scripting or automation for test procedures (e.g., Python)
Passion for aerospace, robotics, or defense-related systems
Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn
Ability to manage time effectively and adapt in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Preference for students at the junior level or above

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, and troubleshooting of test equipment for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), subsystems, and full systems
Help develop and deploy test software to support hardware integration and validation
Support the maintenance and upgrade of test systems used during production
Participate in test plan creation, requirements documentation, and validation strategies
Assist in executing tests on power systems, avionics, and propulsion components (functional, performance, and environmental)
Learn and apply engineering best practices, processes, and documentation standards
Support hardware bring-up, test station calibration, and system verification
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and systems engineers
Perform other related duties as assigned to support ongoing engineering efforts