Electrical Engineer Internships
Electrical engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career candidates hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Technology & Software, with L3Harris, Dennis, and Legence among the employers posting roles now.
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Be one of the Bedo 100
What You'll Do:
- Design, build, and integrate electrical ground support equipment (EGSE), including test racks, harnessing, and supporting hardware used for spacecraft integration and test.
- Support the design and execution of the flatsat testbed used for hardware/software integration,
- Perform hands-on electrical assembly, including soldering, crimping, connector assembly, cable routing, continuity checks, and harness inspection.
- Troubleshoot electrical hardware and test setups using standard lab equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and logic analyzers.
- Work closely with electrical, software, systems, and AI&T engineers to bring spacecraft hardware from initial design through integration and test.
Your Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field.
- Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.
- Attention to detail and an appreciation for workmanship, documentation, and repeatable hardware assembly
Nice to have:
- Hands-on experience with soldering, crimping, or electronics assembly
- Experience building and troubleshooting electrical systems using common laboratory equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, or logic analyzers.
Hourly Rate:
$25-$29/hour
Compensation and Benefits for Full-Time Roles:
- Employee friendly equity compensation
- 4% direct matching 401k
- Health Insurance: 100% employee coverage & 75% dependent coverage
- Parental leave and childcare coverage
- Flexible vacation and sick time from day one
- 12 company holidays
- $100 monthly wellness benefit
- Relocation package if not based in Denver
Be one of the Bedo 100
What You'll Do:
- Design, build, and integrate electrical ground support equipment (EGSE), including test racks, harnessing, and supporting hardware used for spacecraft integration and test.
- Support the design and execution of the flatsat testbed used for hardware/software integration,
- Perform hands-on electrical assembly, including soldering, crimping, connector assembly, cable routing, continuity checks, and harness inspection.
- Troubleshoot electrical hardware and test setups using standard lab equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and logic analyzers.
- Work closely with electrical, software, systems, and AI&T engineers to bring spacecraft hardware from initial design through integration and test.
Your Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field.
- Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.
- Attention to detail and an appreciation for workmanship, documentation, and repeatable hardware assembly
Nice to have:
- Hands-on experience with soldering, crimping, or electronics assembly
- Experience building and troubleshooting electrical systems using common laboratory equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, or logic analyzers.
Hourly Rate:
$25-$29/hour
Compensation and Benefits for Full-Time Roles:
- Employee friendly equity compensation
- 4% direct matching 401k
- Health Insurance: 100% employee coverage & 75% dependent coverage
- Parental leave and childcare coverage
- Flexible vacation and sick time from day one
- 12 company holidays
- $100 monthly wellness benefit
- Relocation package if not based in Denver
Electrical Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- L3Harris11
- Dennis4
- Legence3
- CMTA Consulting Engineers3
- Tesla2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
- Technology & Software
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Mining & Natural Resources
Tips for Your Electrical Engineer Internship Search
Apply to large employers in the fall
Structured engineering programs at larger companies open summer intern applications as early as August and close months before the internship starts. Smaller companies and co-ops post much closer to their start dates, so the pipeline stays active year-round, but waiting until spring means missing the biggest cohorts.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for electrical engineer interns expect limited work history, so your portfolio does the work your resume can't. Document two or three complete projects with schematics, PCB layouts, simulation files, or embedded code, and host them somewhere reviewers can actually open and assess them.
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 companies recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you can reach at once.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviewing
Electrical engineer intern screens typically involve circuit analysis, signal problems, or embedded systems questions, and interviewers weigh how you explain your reasoning as much as whether you reach the right answer. Work through practice problems verbally, narrating each step, so talking through your thinking feels natural under pressure.
Target structured rotational programs early
Many larger employers run rotational or cohort internship programs specifically built to train candidates new to electrical engineering, placing interns on multiple teams across hardware, firmware, or power disciplines. These programs recruit in the fall recruiting cycle, fill fast, and reward early applicants who research the right fit.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 92% of the electrical engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles that don't fit your situation.
Electrical Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an electrical engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at this level. For electrical engineer candidates, a portfolio of circuit designs, PCB layouts, or simulation projects 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 an electrical 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 engineer interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by treating every project as a work sample, without counting on an offer before it arrives.
When should I apply for electrical engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers at companies with structured engineering programs recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes 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 means you won't miss a cohort that filled quietly.
Are electrical engineer internships paid?
Most professional electrical engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the range where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are far less common in engineering than in some other fields, and they typically appear at nonprofits or very small startups.
What should an electrical engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, components, and software used, with links to schematics, CAD files, simulation outputs, or GitHub repositories so reviewers can assess your work directly. Add relevant coursework such as circuits, signals, or embedded systems, and keep everything to one page.
Are there remote electrical engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 8% of the electrical engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts in software-adjacent electrical engineering work fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational engineering internship?
Rotational engineering internships place you on two or three different teams across a single summer or semester, giving you exposure to hardware, firmware, systems, or power disciplines within one company. They're designed for candidates new to the field, recruit early in the fall recruiting cycle, and are competitive, so identify the programs that fit your interests and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get electrical 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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