Design Engineer Internships
Design engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with Tesla, Micron Technology, and Ryan Fireprotection among the employers posting roles now.
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Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
- Support senior team members on assigned technical projects as determined by the business unit.
- Help identify and troubleshoot technical issues, providing support and suggesting solutions.
- Assist with maintaining and updating hardware, software, and other technical systems.
- Participate in team activities by attending team meetings, learn about project methodologies, and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
- Actively engage in learning about new technologies and methodologies relevant to work.
- Fulfill tasks and responsibilities assigned by a supervisor in a timely and efficient manner.
- Participate in periodic reviews to share updates and incorporate feedback on assigned projects/initiatives.
Education & Experience:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
- Familiarity with programming languages or technical tools relevant to the role.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Interest in ASIC Design, including RTL coding or physical design implementation
- Basic programming or scripting knowledge (e.g., RTL, Python, Java, C++).
- Strong interest in high-tech and a passion for learning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Time management skills and working with strict deadlines.
- A collaborative, solution-focused mindset and overall sense of urgency.
Impact/Scope:
- University students actively enrolled in a university/college/institution pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a technical area of study, and who typically works during school breaks and then returns to their university. While this applies to most interns, there may be opportunities for full-time students to work as part-time interns during the school year in some countries.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.
Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let's Stay Connected:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
Job:
AdministrationJob Level:
N/A
– United States of America: Hourly Salary USD 35.00 - 41.00 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
- Support senior team members on assigned technical projects as determined by the business unit.
- Help identify and troubleshoot technical issues, providing support and suggesting solutions.
- Assist with maintaining and updating hardware, software, and other technical systems.
- Participate in team activities by attending team meetings, learn about project methodologies, and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
- Actively engage in learning about new technologies and methodologies relevant to work.
- Fulfill tasks and responsibilities assigned by a supervisor in a timely and efficient manner.
- Participate in periodic reviews to share updates and incorporate feedback on assigned projects/initiatives.
Education & Experience:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
- Familiarity with programming languages or technical tools relevant to the role.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Interest in ASIC Design, including RTL coding or physical design implementation
- Basic programming or scripting knowledge (e.g., RTL, Python, Java, C++).
- Strong interest in high-tech and a passion for learning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Time management skills and working with strict deadlines.
- A collaborative, solution-focused mindset and overall sense of urgency.
Impact/Scope:
- University students actively enrolled in a university/college/institution pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a technical area of study, and who typically works during school breaks and then returns to their university. While this applies to most interns, there may be opportunities for full-time students to work as part-time interns during the school year in some countries.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.
Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let's Stay Connected:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
Job:
AdministrationJob Level:
N/A
– United States of America: Hourly Salary USD 35.00 - 41.00 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
Design Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Tesla19
- Micron Technology9
- Ryan Fireprotection7
- ENERCON SERVICES6
- PAE Consulting Engineers5
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Manufacturing
Tips for Your Design Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large employers open summer design engineer internship applications as early as August or September the year before. If you wait until spring, the most structured cohort programs are already closed. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so checking listings consistently throughout the year keeps you covered for both.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for design engineer interns expect limited work history and assess candidates on project evidence instead. Prepare two or three documented projects that show your design or CAD work, the tools you used, and a link or file reviewers can open. A portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate before an interview is scheduled.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity reaches employers who do not attend your fair.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Design engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering CAD tools, engineering principles, or design problem-solving, and interviewers weigh how you reason through a problem as much as the final answer. Practice explaining your approach out loud rather than working silently, articulating your thinking is a skill that improves with repetition before the actual screen.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Larger engineering and manufacturing companies run cohort and rotational internship programs designed to develop people new to the field, and these programs recruit well ahead of smaller opportunities. Identify the ones that align with your target industry, note their application windows, and submit in the first wave, structured programs fill before general postings do.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 58% of the design engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, relocation, commute, or fully remote, before sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend your time on roles you can actually accept rather than applying broadly and narrowing down later.
Design Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a design engineer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A linked portfolio or CAD project file gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a design engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it most is the quality of your work on real projects, available headcount on the team at the time offers go out, and timing, return-offer decisions often come before your internship ends. Treat it as a possibility worth working toward, not a certainty.
When should I apply for design engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications opening as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role fits your profile is the most reliable approach.
Are design engineer internships paid?
Most professional design engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and many listings disclose the range where the employer chooses to share it. Unpaid arrangements exist mainly at very small organizations or in certain nonprofit contexts, so review each listing carefully.
What should a design engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools you used and linking to the work, a CAD portfolio, a design case study, or a GitHub repository, give reviewers something concrete to assess. Add relevant coursework, keep technical skills visible, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote design engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 42% of the design engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational design engineer internship program?
Some larger manufacturers and engineering firms run structured rotational internship programs that move interns through two or three design or product teams over a single summer. These programs are built to develop people new to the field, offer broader exposure than a single-team placement, recruit early in the academic year, and are competitive, apply in the first wave if a program fits your goals.
Can international students get design engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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