Intern - Program Manager

North Wind•St. Paul, MN

11d•$0 - $25

About The Position

North Wind is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support the design, development, testing, and documentation of electrical equipment, control systems, and electromechanical components used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams, the intern will gain practical experience developing custom equipment, supporting facility upgrades, and helping deliver engineering solutions that meet customer requirements. The position provides exposure to engineering design, system integration, and testing in support of wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. The intern may work with engineering, procurement, production, and installation teams and may have opportunities to participate in design reviews or site visits. Some domestic or international travel may be required based on project needs. Students can gain practical experience in electrical system design, industrial controls, instrumentation, engineering documentation, troubleshooting, and multidisciplinary project execution while contributing to North Wind's advanced engineering programs. Applicants must meet applicable U.S. Person requirements due to project security requirements and be eligible to work in the United States. North Wind is an equal opportunity employer and supports a safe, drug-free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing. Pay depends on factors including education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications; the company states that it is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline at an accredited university.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently when appropriate, and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to learn from experienced engineers.
Must meet applicable U.S. Person requirements due to project security requirements.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or academic project experience involving electrical circuits, control systems, instrumentation, power distribution, or electromechanical systems is preferred.
Familiarity with electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation is beneficial.
Experience with CAD or electrical design software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with the design, development, and testing of electrical systems, control equipment, and electromechanical components.
Support preparation and review of engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials (BOMs), and electrical panel layouts.
Assist with selecting and sizing electrical components, including relays, circuit breakers, switches, motors, and instrumentation.
Help develop and evaluate control systems involving sensors, valves, servos, motors, and other industrial equipment.
Support engineering calculations, electrical load assessments, and design validation activities.
Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, technical reports, and engineering presentations.
Collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, and installation teams to troubleshoot issues identified during assembly and testing.
Participate in design reviews and project meetings to communicate progress, discuss technical challenges, and learn engineering best practices.
Assist with project planning and tracking to help ensure engineering tasks meet schedule, budget, quality, and customer requirements.
Support proposal development through preliminary designs, technical research, cost estimates, and engineering recommendations.