Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)(Onsite)
About The Position
The Defense Technologies section of Collins Aerospace’s Applied Research & Technologies division is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support hands-on electronic design, prototyping, and laboratory characterization for emerging defense technology programs. The intern will gain practical engineering experience in a lab-centric environment, working with multidisciplinary teams developing advanced systems for government customers. This is an onsite position in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The intern will assist with schematic capture, component selection, breadboarding, prototype assembly, laboratory testing, and characterization of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits. They will execute basic test procedures, document findings, participate in hardware bring-up, debugging, integration, and technical discussions, and follow engineering processes, configuration practices, and laboratory safety procedures under senior engineer guidance.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM discipline and remain actively enrolled through completion of the internship/co-op session.
- Completed coursework in basic circuits or electronics.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and bench supplies.
- U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with electronic prototyping through academic projects, student clubs, or personal hobby work.
- Exposure to schematic or PCB design tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or KiCad.
- Understanding of analog circuits, signal integrity, or power electronics concepts.
- Ability to clearly document test results and communicate observations.
Responsibilities
- Assist with schematic capture, component selection, breadboarding, and prototype assembly.
- Support laboratory testing and characterization of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and related instrumentation.
- Execute basic test procedures and document findings in engineering reports or internal summaries.
- Participate in hardware bring-up, debugging, and integration activities under senior engineer guidance.
- Contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and problem-solving sessions as appropriate.
- Follow Collins Aerospace engineering processes, configuration practices, and laboratory safety procedures.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position and eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
