Electrical Design Engineer Internships
Electrical 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 Manufacturing, with GPD, DBR Engineering Consultants, and CNH Industrial among the employers posting roles now.
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ELECTRICAL DESIGN INTERN
This position is based out of our St. Louis, MO office.
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible.
We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the Position
Our summer internship program allows you to learn more about the electrical construction industry and our business before beginning your career after graduation. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in providing building information modeling (BIM) services for company projects and assisting in the development of fully constructed 3D models and detailed construction documents supporting field electricians with challenging electrical installations. You will work closely with experienced designers and BIM specialists, gaining valuable insights into the electrical design process
Day in the Life
- Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design disciplines necessary to move forward and complete electrical designs on schedule.
- Assists with constructible 3D model content and detailed electrical construction installation documents. Completes 2D and 3D drafting tasks to support electrical construction initiatives, utilizing standard Company software, such as Revit.
- Participate in developing conceptual designs, sketches, or value engineering ideas to help project managers or estimators prepare estimates. Prepares calculations, specifications, cable pull schedules, reports and other documents as needed.
- Works with project managers as needed to develop engineered construction installation drawings from contract documents developed by outside firms.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a college program related to the assigned internship function.
- Demonstrated interest and drive to learn to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
- Basic project management training preferred.
- Strong team player, with demonstrated effective collaboration, judgement, flexibility, resourcefulness, organizational and relationship-building skills.
- Open to accepting professional feedback for continuous improvement.
- Solid written communication skills, including high quality documentation and report preparation.
- Effective listening, interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity, independent problem-solving skills, detail orientation and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated high level of integrity and dependability.
- Strong detail orientation, mathematical skills, and process orientation helpful.
Benefits
At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.
Legal and Fraud Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #MO1-10
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Description
ELECTRICAL DESIGN INTERN
This position is based out of our St. Louis, MO office.
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible.
We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the Position
Our summer internship program allows you to learn more about the electrical construction industry and our business before beginning your career after graduation. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in providing building information modeling (BIM) services for company projects and assisting in the development of fully constructed 3D models and detailed construction documents supporting field electricians with challenging electrical installations. You will work closely with experienced designers and BIM specialists, gaining valuable insights into the electrical design process
Day in the Life
- Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design disciplines necessary to move forward and complete electrical designs on schedule.
- Assists with constructible 3D model content and detailed electrical construction installation documents. Completes 2D and 3D drafting tasks to support electrical construction initiatives, utilizing standard Company software, such as Revit.
- Participate in developing conceptual designs, sketches, or value engineering ideas to help project managers or estimators prepare estimates. Prepares calculations, specifications, cable pull schedules, reports and other documents as needed.
- Works with project managers as needed to develop engineered construction installation drawings from contract documents developed by outside firms.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a college program related to the assigned internship function.
- Demonstrated interest and drive to learn to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
- Basic project management training preferred.
- Strong team player, with demonstrated effective collaboration, judgement, flexibility, resourcefulness, organizational and relationship-building skills.
- Open to accepting professional feedback for continuous improvement.
- Solid written communication skills, including high quality documentation and report preparation.
- Effective listening, interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity, independent problem-solving skills, detail orientation and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated high level of integrity and dependability.
- Strong detail orientation, mathematical skills, and process orientation helpful.
Benefits
At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.
Legal and Fraud Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #MO1-10
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Electrical Design Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Electrical Design Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before you think you need to
Large employers close their summer electrical design engineer intern cohorts the preceding fall, often before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so roles appear year-round. Check listings on a regular schedule and submit applications as soon as a role opens rather than waiting for a convenient moment.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Recruiters hiring electrical design engineer interns expect limited work history and assess candidates on project evidence instead. Document two or three complete projects with the tools, software, and hardware you used, and link to schematic drawings, CAD files, simulation outputs, or a GitHub repository so reviewers can evaluate your actual work, not just a description of it.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach, since many electrical design engineer internships never appear at university events at all.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Electrical design engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering circuit analysis, component selection, or design problem-solving. Practice explaining your reasoning step by step as you work through problems, because interviewers weigh how you think through a design decision as much as whether you reach the right final answer.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many large electrical and defense-sector employers run formal rotational or cohort internship programs built to train candidates new to the field. These programs recruit on an accelerated calendar and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your background, follow their application windows closely, and submit in the first wave rather than waiting for a reminder.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 43% of the electrical design engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you spend your time on roles you can actually accept.
Electrical Design Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an electrical design engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A design portfolio, schematic files, or CAD drawings give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies posting openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an electrical design engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for electrical design engineer interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions happen. Treat the internship as an audition, deliver well, and ask your manager early about the timeline without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for electrical design engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping interviews before the calendar year ends. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cohort that filled quietly months before the role ever felt urgent.
Are electrical design engineer internships paid?
Most professional electrical design engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established employers but do appear at smaller firms and some nonprofit organizations, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should an electrical design engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, software, and hardware you used, and link to a portfolio, CAD files, schematic drawings, or a GitHub repository so reviewers can see the actual work. Add relevant coursework, keep formatting clean, and hold the whole document to one page.
Are there remote electrical design engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 57% of the electrical 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.
Can international students get electrical 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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