Engineering Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Pullman, WA

4d•$24 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a motivated and curious Engineering Intern for a hands-on learning experience with real-world engineering challenges. The internship focuses on hardware engineering in support of the Protection Systems Forensics team in Pullman, Washington. Interns contribute to projects that support SEL’s mission to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. The role includes collaborating with engineering teams, assisting with the design, development, and debugging of analog and digital circuits, participating in projects to improve engineering processes, and learning through mentorship and practical application. Interns also document findings, contribute to team discussions, and present project outcomes. The position is designed to accommodate academic schedules: interns may work part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer. SEL describes its interns as employee-owners and offers competitive pay and benefits. Interns are encouraged to produce high-quality work with practical value, and may be considered for full-time roles after graduation, though this is not guaranteed.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Apply circuit theory effectively in real-world applications.
Be interested in troubleshooting complex hardware failures.
Have experience with laboratory equipment such as AC/DC power supplies, oscilloscopes, and vector-network analyzers.
Demonstrate self-directed learning, curiosity, and attention to detail.
Have strong problem-solving and communication skills and work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering teams to solve real-world technical problems.
Assist in designing, developing, and debugging analog and digital circuits.
Participate in projects that enhance the efficiency and capabilities of engineering processes.
Learn through mentorship and practical application.
Document findings, contribute to team discussions, and present project outcomes.