Internship – Electrical Engineer (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co • Duluth, MN

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an electrical engineering intern to join our Duluth team for the summer of 2027. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit, working with multidisciplinary project teams providing electrical engineering and related technical expertise. Work may involve tasks related to power distribution and controls and instrumentation. All applications must include transcripts. A successful person in this role is motivated and emphasizes client service by providing quality deliverables. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their expertise and technical skills to add to each project. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and follow-up, are key to success. Additionally, this role requires the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences.

Requirements

• Ongoing enrollment in an electrical engineering degree program
• Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship
• Taken at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics
• Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with AutoCAD
• GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Degree with a focus in power systems

Responsibilities

• Performing basic engineering calculations and analysis
• Developing details of design
• Assisting in the design of solutions
• Monitoring construction projects
• Preparing drawings, specifications, and sketches
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients
• Effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution through annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff
• Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked)
• Paid family leave
• Ergonomic analysis and equipment
• Personal Protective Equipment allowance
• Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree