Hardware Engineer - Intern
About The Position
Hardware Engineering Intern Packet Digital | Fargo, ND Launch Your Engineering Career Are you an Electrical Engineering student looking for hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology? Join Packet Digital as a Hardware Engineering Intern and work alongside experienced engineers developing electronic systems for exciting applications including drones, satellites, aerospace platforms, and other advanced technologies. This internship offers the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges while learning every stage of the hardware development process, from concept and design to testing and production. If you're curious, motivated, and eager to grow your technical skills in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Basic understanding of electronics and circuit theory
- Familiarity with microcontrollers through coursework, projects, or labs
- Exposure to schematic capture or PCB design tools
- Interest in communication protocols such as USB, CAN, UART, SPI, or I2C
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn new technologies
Nice To Haves
- Experience through engineering coursework, laboratory work, student organizations, or previous internships
- Exposure to batteries, power electronics, energy systems, or renewable energy technologies
- Interest in aerospace, unmanned systems, drones, or satellite technologies
Responsibilities
- Assist with gathering and understanding project requirements
- Research electronic components, circuits, and emerging technologies
- Support circuit design, simulation, and validation activities
- Learn how engineering projects are planned, scheduled, and executed
- Support schematic capture and PCB layout activities
- Assist with bill of materials (BOM) creation and maintenance
- Help document assembly instructions and engineering changes
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
- Assist with board assembly, testing, and troubleshooting
- Learn to use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and multimeters
- Support prototype validation and debugging efforts
- Gain exposure to hardware verification and test methodologies
- Work alongside engineers from multiple disciplines
- Participate in team meetings and project discussions
- Help maintain an organized and efficient lab environment
- Share ideas, ask questions, and contribute to problem-solving efforts
Benefits
- Hands-on experience developing real-world hardware systems
- Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals
- Exposure to the complete hardware development lifecycle
- Practical experience with testing, debugging, and laboratory equipment
- Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects in advanced technology markets
- Professional development in a collaborative engineering environment
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Career Level
Intern
