Protection & Automation Electrical Engineering Intern

Siemens • Wendell, NC

3d • $25 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrification and Automation (EA) division of Siemens Smart Infrastructure provides a full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for customers across all markets and channels. As an intern, you’ll support reliable power distribution grids used today while gaining exposure to our Future Grids technologies that are helping shape the power systems of tomorrow. We are seeking qualified candidates for our Protection & Automation Electrical Engineering Internship beginning in May or June 2027. This program is based in Wendell, NC.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field and approaching completion of the required educational credentials for this opportunity.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the duration of the 12-week summer internship.
• Eligible candidates must be located within 50 miles of Wendell, NC, as this role does not provide relocation support.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
• On-site requirement will vary based on team placement, as will expected working hours.
• This internship is a structured experiential learning program for individuals currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program who will continue their studies following the assignment. Current and continuing enrollment is a condition of participation. Applicants who have completed or expect to complete their educational program before or during the assignment period are encouraged to explore our Early Career Development Program opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Rotating through Protection & Automation (PPA) teams, including Solutions Engineering, Solutions Offers, and Global Customer Care (GCC), to gain exposure to the full project lifecycle while supporting engineering, proposal development, and post-delivery activities.
• Assisting with configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of protection relays, RTUs, and HMIs.
• Supporting engineering design processes by working with AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, signal lists, and communication network diagrams.
• Using digital twin technology to simulate and test protection relay signals in a virtual environment.
• Contributing to projects involving microgrids and renewable technologies, including photovoltaic and battery storage systems.
• Supporting the development of customer proposals by learning how technical scope translates into engineering effort, cost, and deliverables.
• Assisting with post-delivery project support, including warranty, issue resolution, and customer case coordination.
• Gaining hands-on experience with testing automation panels, supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), and working in the Power & Automation laboratory.
• Building familiarity with Siemens electrical equipment including switchgear, MCCs, breakers, transformers, and related systems.

Benefits

• The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00 per hour for first time Interns or $25.50 per hour for returning Interns.
• Interns for Siemens are eligible to contribute into our 401K program.

What This Job Offers

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