Electrical Engineering Intern - Space Technologies

AeroVironment • Albuquerque, NM

8d • Onsite

About The Position

AeroVironment is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to join its Space Technologies Electrical Engineering Team. The intern will gain hands-on experience designing and developing electronics for space applications and supporting electrical integration efforts in complex systems. The role involves working with agile, cross-disciplinary teams focused on space and defense technology.

The paid summer internship program provides students with an immersive, hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense industry. Interns work alongside AV team members on meaningful projects, developing professional relationships, strategic problem-solving skills, and practical experience in a full-time work environment. This is a 12-week, onsite program for current college students or recent graduates. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required; students at the junior level or above are preferred. Relocation and housing reimbursement stipends may be available depending on the team and location for students willing to relocate.

The position requires U.S. citizenship. Applicants must also qualify as a U.S. person under applicable ITAR/EAR requirements or be eligible for an export license. The preferred candidate can obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance; the listed clearance level is no clearance.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience creating or interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Basic understanding of analog or digital electronics and printed circuit boards.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the role.

Nice To Haves

• Junior-level standing or above is preferred.
• Preferred ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Willingness to relocate may make a student eligible for a relocation and housing reimbursement stipend, depending on team and location.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and modifying detailed wiring diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with Mechanical and Systems Engineering teams to integrate electrical systems.
• Support development of system-level cable routing, power distribution, and interconnect documentation.
• Use industry-standard tools such as Altium, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar to generate technical drawings.
• Help prepare design packages that comply with applicable military and industry standards.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into revisions.
• Assist with troubleshooting and validation of assemblies during prototyping or system integration.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.
• Potential relocation and housing reimbursement stipend, depending on team and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern