Electrical Engineering Intern Jobs in Illinois
Electrical Engineering Intern jobs in Illinois are consistently active, concentrated in power systems, semiconductor design, automotive electronics, and industrial automation across a manufacturing-heavy and infrastructure-rich state. Most openings cluster in the Chicago metro, Peoria, and Rockford, where employers like Caterpillar, Motorola Solutions, and Argonne National Laboratory have deep internship pipelines. Power distribution, embedded systems, and PCB design are the specialties Illinois hiring managers most consistently request at the intern level. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Electrical Engineering Intern
Reports to: Engineering Team
Department: HEBU Engineering
Location: University Park, IL
Holland LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.
JOB SUMMARY:
As an Intern you will work alongside our Engineering teams to design and implement elegant solutions to complex and interesting problems. You will have the opportunity to use cutting-edge technology while working on high performance systems. We value innovation and hard work, and want you to make an impact in the business.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop product improvements via weld program, equipment, process, procedure and training improvements.
- Design, build and execute test plans and then analyze and report findings to internal teams.
- Develop technical expertise in metallurgical aspects of rail welds, weld technology, Non-Destructive Testing methods including ultrasonic testing
- Generate innovative ideas for new track repair products and services
- Create technical reports based on customer needs to convey findings
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift to 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willingness to wear PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toed boots) as needed.
- Ability to crouch, bend, stoop, hand/finger dexterity.
- Vision must be sufficient for imputing data into a computer.
- Keyboarding skills that reduce the risk of carpal tunnel and other office related injuries.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Office/cubicle environment and laboratory environment
- Lab environment
- Shop environment including assembly, welding, overhead cranes and fork trucks.
- Possible field work on the railroad and/or TTCI track.
- Work in all weather conditions if needed for project.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED
- Pursuing a BS/MS in Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with dealing with personal and protected information.
- Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multi task and prioritize your work flow.
- Passion for innovation and building systems from the ground up
- Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently
- Intermediate MS Office skills including Excel, Word and Power Point.
- Efficient at communicating both written and verbal.
- Must be willing to take and pass all mandatory pre-employment testing.
- Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license along with an e-Rail Safe badge and meet the Holland Vehicle Fleet Policy.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time to add or remove tasks as circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
Wage Type: Hourly
Electrical Engineering Intern
Reports to: Engineering Team
Department: HEBU Engineering
Location: University Park, IL
Holland LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.
JOB SUMMARY:
As an Intern you will work alongside our Engineering teams to design and implement elegant solutions to complex and interesting problems. You will have the opportunity to use cutting-edge technology while working on high performance systems. We value innovation and hard work, and want you to make an impact in the business.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop product improvements via weld program, equipment, process, procedure and training improvements.
- Design, build and execute test plans and then analyze and report findings to internal teams.
- Develop technical expertise in metallurgical aspects of rail welds, weld technology, Non-Destructive Testing methods including ultrasonic testing
- Generate innovative ideas for new track repair products and services
- Create technical reports based on customer needs to convey findings
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift to 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willingness to wear PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toed boots) as needed.
- Ability to crouch, bend, stoop, hand/finger dexterity.
- Vision must be sufficient for imputing data into a computer.
- Keyboarding skills that reduce the risk of carpal tunnel and other office related injuries.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Office/cubicle environment and laboratory environment
- Lab environment
- Shop environment including assembly, welding, overhead cranes and fork trucks.
- Possible field work on the railroad and/or TTCI track.
- Work in all weather conditions if needed for project.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED
- Pursuing a BS/MS in Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with dealing with personal and protected information.
- Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multi task and prioritize your work flow.
- Passion for innovation and building systems from the ground up
- Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently
- Intermediate MS Office skills including Excel, Word and Power Point.
- Efficient at communicating both written and verbal.
- Must be willing to take and pass all mandatory pre-employment testing.
- Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license along with an e-Rail Safe badge and meet the Holland Vehicle Fleet Policy.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time to add or remove tasks as circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
Wage Type: Hourly
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical engineering intern jobs across Illinois.
- Current enrollment in an accredited electrical engineering or closely related undergraduate or graduate program
- Coursework in circuit analysis, electromagnetics, or signal processing relevant to the target role
- Proficiency with simulation or design tools such as MATLAB, LTspice, AutoCAD Electrical, or Altium Designer
- Basic understanding of power systems, embedded systems, or control theory depending on the specialization
- Ability to work on-site at an Illinois facility for the duration of the internship term
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with engineering teams and documenting findings
Electrical Engineering Intern Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical engineering intern in Illinois?
Electrical engineering internships in Illinois do not require a state-issued license, but candidates are expected to be actively enrolled in an ABET-accredited electrical engineering program at an Illinois university or an out-of-state school. Employers in Illinois typically recruit through university career fairs, departmental recruiting pipelines at schools like the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Northwestern, and Illinois Institute of Technology, and through direct applications to corporate internship programs. A completed sophomore year with relevant lab coursework is the common minimum threshold.
Which companies hire electrical engineering interns in Illinois?
Employers hiring electrical engineering interns in Illinois right now include Shure, Jacobs, and Sargent & Lundy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of defense contractors, industrial manufacturers, and national research laboratories means intern roles tend to be project-based with exposure to power systems, embedded firmware, or hardware design.
Which Illinois cities have the most electrical engineering intern jobs?
Chicago, Niles, and Deerfield account for the largest share of electrical engineering intern openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the highest volume through its dense cluster of corporate headquarters, consulting firms, and utilities, while Peoria reflects Caterpillar's sizable engineering presence and Rockford draws from its established aerospace and industrial manufacturing base.
Are there remote electrical engineering intern jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical engineering intern work is fundamentally hands-on, involving lab testing, hardware assembly, and site visits that require physical presence. About 63% of electrical engineering intern openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in simulation-heavy or software-adjacent roles such as power modeling or FPGA firmware development.
How can I get hired as a electrical engineering intern in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying through structured internship programs that are explicitly designed for students with limited hands-on experience, particularly those run by large Illinois employers like Exelon, Caterpillar, and Motorola Solutions, which recruit early-stage undergraduates. Completing a relevant personal or course project, such as a PCB design or a microcontroller prototype, substitutes for formal work history. Candidates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early or hold a relevant IEEE student membership often stand out in Illinois recruiting pools.
Where can I find and apply to electrical engineering intern jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to electrical engineering intern jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated in real time. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your program, specialization, and availability, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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