Electrical Engineering Intern Jobs

Electrical Engineering Intern jobs are open across aerospace, defense, semiconductors, utilities, and consumer electronics, covering specializations in power systems, embedded systems, and circuit design, from first-year undergrad to graduating senior. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles339+
Top stateTexas
Top employerBurns & McDonnell
Top cityFort Worth, TX
Work type73% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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REV Robotics
Electrical Engineering INTERN
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REV Robotics
New 7h ago
Electrical Engineering INTERN
REV Robotics
Carrollton, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$18 - $22/hr

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WSP
Electrical Engineering (Distribution) Intern - Summer 2027
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WSP
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Electrical Engineering (Distribution) Intern - Summer 2027
WSP
Portland, Oregon
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management

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WSP
Electrical Engineering (Distribution Design) Intern - Summer 2027
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WSP
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Electrical Engineering (Distribution Design) Intern - Summer 2027
WSP
Birmingham, Alabama
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management

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Garver
Aviation Electrical Engineering Intern
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Garver
New 8h ago
Aviation Electrical Engineering Intern
Garver
Birmingham, Alabama
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
On-Site
501-1,000

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PPC Partners Inc.
Intern - Electrical & Power Engineering
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PPC Partners Inc.
New 11h ago
Intern - Electrical & Power Engineering
PPC Partners Inc.
New Berlin, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
1,001-5,000

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Electrical Engineering Intern Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell44
  • WSP
    WSP28
  • Cleveland-Cliffs
    Cleveland-Cliffs13
  • CDM Smith
    CDM Smith11
  • DASHIELL CORPORATION
    DASHIELL CORPORATION11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing17
  • Automotive12
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Energy3
  • Electronics & Hardware2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical engineering intern jobs.

  • Enrollment in an accredited electrical engineering or related undergraduate degree program
  • Proficiency with circuit simulation tools such as LTSpice, SPICE, or Multisim
  • Familiarity with PCB design software such as Altium Designer, Eagle, or KiCad
  • Experience with laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and function generators
  • Basic programming skills in C, Python, or MATLAB for data analysis or embedded applications
  • Coursework completed in circuits, electronics, signals and systems, or electromagnetics

Tips for Your Electrical Engineering Intern Job Search

Tailor your resume to the hardware-software split

Electrical engineering intern roles vary widely between firmware-heavy and hardware-heavy work. Highlight PCB layout experience for hardware roles and microcontroller programming for embedded positions. Recruiters scan for tool names like Altium, LTSpice, or Cadence, so match your resume language to the posting.

Build a lab portfolio before you apply

Course projects count more than you think when you have no internship history yet. Document two or three hands-on projects with photos, schematics, or GitHub links. Showing a working circuit or embedded system demo closes the gap between your resume and a candidate with prior internship experience.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists electrical engineering intern openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by the division, not just the company

Large employers like defense contractors and semiconductor firms have dozens of intern tracks. A posting under the power electronics division expects different skills than one under RF engineering. Read the team description carefully and customize your cover letter to the specific subfield, not the company name alone.

Prepare for a technical screen before the interview

Most electrical engineering intern processes include an upfront take-home or timed online assessment covering circuit analysis, Ohm's law applications, or basic signal processing. Practice working through problems without simulation software so you can handle questions the way interviewers expect during the screen.

Ask the right questions at offer time

Before accepting, confirm whether the role involves hands-on lab work or is primarily simulation and documentation. Intern offers vary significantly in mentorship structure and project ownership. Asking specific questions about your day-to-day responsibilities helps you choose the role that builds the skills you actually want.

Electrical Engineering Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most electrical engineering interns?

The most active employers for electrical engineering interns right now are Burns & McDonnell, WSP, and Cleveland-Cliffs, and the most openings are in Texas, Ohio, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Aerospace, defense, and semiconductor companies consistently post the highest volumes of electrical engineering intern openings each cycle.

How many electrical engineering intern jobs are remote?

About 27% of electrical engineering intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most remote opportunities concentrated in simulation, modeling, and software-adjacent roles. Positions involving hands-on lab work, hardware testing, or prototype assembly are almost always on-site by nature.

How do you become an electrical engineering intern?

Start by completing foundational coursework in circuits, electronics, and signals so you can speak to core concepts in interviews. Build at least one documented lab or personal project to demonstrate hands-on ability. Apply to intern postings that match your current skill level, prepare for a technical screening, and follow up after interviews with a brief thank-you note referencing a specific conversation point.

Can you get an electrical engineering intern role with little or no experience?

Yes, most electrical engineering intern roles are designed for students who have no prior professional experience. Employers expect coursework rather than a work history. A documented senior design project, a robotics club build, or a home electronics project you can explain technically will often outweigh a blank resume, especially when you can walk through the design decisions you made.

What does the electrical engineering intern interview process look like?

Most processes start with a recruiter phone screen to confirm enrollment status and availability, followed by a technical assessment covering circuit analysis, component selection, or basic signal processing. A hiring manager or engineering team interview comes next, often including whiteboard-style problem solving or a walkthrough of a project from your portfolio. Some employers add a final conversation with a senior engineer before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to electrical engineering intern jobs?

You can find and apply to electrical engineering intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Find roles that match your skills and availability, then apply directly to each listing. No detours, no intermediary steps.

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