Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Prime Controls • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned systems integration and I&C construction firm established in 2004. The company serves industrial automation and control clients nationwide from its Dallas headquarters and other U.S. offices, with more than 1,000 employees.

The Engineering Intern will spend the summer supporting active instrumentation and controls (I&C) projects alongside the engineering team. Projects span data center, energy, semiconductor, and water/wastewater markets, providing exposure to work from design through commissioning. The internship is full-time for approximately 8–10 weeks during Summer 2027 and is based at various Prime Controls locations. Interns work with experienced professionals, receive mentorship, and build practical career-ready skills while exploring potential career paths at Prime Controls. Strong performers may be considered for future internship terms or full-time opportunities.

The role takes place in both office and active project-site environments. At project sites, interns may encounter outdoor weather, moderate to loud noise, and typical construction hazards, and must comply with site safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. The position may involve occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds, standing, walking, and climbing stairs or ladders. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or a related engineering discipline.
• Rising junior or senior standing is preferred; must be in good academic standing.
• Coursework or familiarity with controls, circuits, or automation concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills and willingness to learn in office and field settings.
• Available to work full-time for the duration of the summer program.
• Travel to project locations may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to AutoCAD, EPLAN, or PLC programming.
• Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience.

Responsibilities

• Support design engineers in developing instrumentation and electrical design deliverables, including drawings, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Assist with PLC, HMI, and SCADA configuration and testing under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in systems and application engineering tasks, including factory acceptance testing (FAT).
• Help compile submittals, technical documentation, and as-built records.
• Research components and support procurement and bill-of-material (BOM) activities.
• Attend project meetings and site walkdowns to understand end-to-end project execution.

What This Job Offers

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