Electrical Engineering Summer Intern

Synapse-ITS • Plano, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Synapse ITS is looking for an Electrical Engineering Summer Intern to support the development of our industry-leading traffic and pedestrian safety products. This is a hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to products that help the visually impaired safely navigate the world.
You’ll gain exposure to real engineering work across the full product lifecycle, from design through validation, in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Exposure to circuit design, electronics, or embedded systems through coursework or projects
• Familiarity with schematic capture or PCB layout tools (Altium or similar is a plus)
• Basic understanding of digital and analog circuits
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Clear communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team
• Organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to learn

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to microcontrollers or communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, etc.) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with testing, debugging, and validation of electronic designs
• Support schematic updates, PCB layout reviews, and documentation
• Help run basic circuit testing using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.)
• Participate in design verification and validation activities
• Assist with design reviews and documentation updates
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and product teams
• Support troubleshooting efforts and help identify root causes of issues
• Contribute to ongoing product improvements and engineering projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed