Electrical Engineering Technician Internships
Electrical engineering technician internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working electrical engineering technicians, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Manufacturing, Automotive, and Consulting & Professional Services, with Burns & McDonnell, WSP, and Cleveland-Cliffs among the employers posting roles now.
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REV Robotics is one of the fastest-growing companies in educational robotics. Our people and their passion for STEM education (FIRST Robotics, in particular) set us apart. We have a relaxed and friendly office located in Carrollton, TX, just outside of Dallas, and are looking for people who are willing to stretch their abilities to make STEM education materials more accessible and impactful to everyone.
About the role
This college student internship will provide electrical design for specific products and parts, assist with product assembly, testing, and debugging, and create product documentation. This position will work directly with REV engineers and administration, and may require a variety of tasks throughout the day. REV is committed to providing quality, low-cost educational robotics parts for STEM Education, and the Electrical Engineering student should utilize their skills as necessary in order to support that mission.
Pay range: $18-$22 per hour.
What you'll do
- Creates schematic and PCB layouts for specific products and parts
- Assists with designing and building prototype products
- Assembles products and parts
- Assists with product testing and evaluation, as well as creating appropriate documentation
- Operates production equipment, as needed
- Other responsibilities as needed to ensure that the goals of REV are met
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Must be current student enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program working towards a
degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology - Two years of experience working on or with a FIRST® Robotics team, demonstrated work with robots, or other robotics program preferred
- Must have CAD design experience (Altium, KiCAD, Eagle or PADS preferred)
- Must have the ability to follow directions, and work independently with minimal supervision
- Work with a flexible schedule and demonstrate effective time management
- Soldering, debugging, and testing experience preferred
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and switch priorities based on the team needs
- Customer service experience is desirable
What we offer
- Small, friendly office.
- Fully stocked break room with snacks and beverages.
- Casual office attire.
It is the policy of REV Robotics to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, FIRST team affiliation, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, opinion on bumpers on FRC robots, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, REV Robotics will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Direct candidates only, no recruiters.
REV Robotics is one of the fastest-growing companies in educational robotics. Our people and their passion for STEM education (FIRST Robotics, in particular) set us apart. We have a relaxed and friendly office located in Carrollton, TX, just outside of Dallas, and are looking for people who are willing to stretch their abilities to make STEM education materials more accessible and impactful to everyone.
About the role
This college student internship will provide electrical design for specific products and parts, assist with product assembly, testing, and debugging, and create product documentation. This position will work directly with REV engineers and administration, and may require a variety of tasks throughout the day. REV is committed to providing quality, low-cost educational robotics parts for STEM Education, and the Electrical Engineering student should utilize their skills as necessary in order to support that mission.
Pay range: $18-$22 per hour.
What you'll do
- Creates schematic and PCB layouts for specific products and parts
- Assists with designing and building prototype products
- Assembles products and parts
- Assists with product testing and evaluation, as well as creating appropriate documentation
- Operates production equipment, as needed
- Other responsibilities as needed to ensure that the goals of REV are met
-
Must be current student enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program working towards a
degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology - Two years of experience working on or with a FIRST® Robotics team, demonstrated work with robots, or other robotics program preferred
- Must have CAD design experience (Altium, KiCAD, Eagle or PADS preferred)
- Must have the ability to follow directions, and work independently with minimal supervision
- Work with a flexible schedule and demonstrate effective time management
- Soldering, debugging, and testing experience preferred
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and switch priorities based on the team needs
- Customer service experience is desirable
What we offer
- Small, friendly office.
- Fully stocked break room with snacks and beverages.
- Casual office attire.
It is the policy of REV Robotics to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, FIRST team affiliation, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, opinion on bumpers on FRC robots, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, REV Robotics will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Direct candidates only, no recruiters.
Electrical Engineering Technician Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell44
- WSP28
- Cleveland-Cliffs14
- CDM Smith12
- DASHIELL CORPORATION11
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing21
- Automotive12
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Energy3
- Electronics & Hardware2
Tips for Your Electrical Engineering Technician Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers open summer electrical engineering technician internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly so you catch structured cohorts before they close and still have time for later-posting roles.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for electrical engineering technician interns expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to evaluate. Document two or three projects showing circuit design, PCB layouts, wiring schematics, or lab testing, name every tool you used, and make the work accessible through a portfolio site or linked repository.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
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. At the same time, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts, since many don't recruit on campus at all. Working both channels widens the pool you reach.
Practice the technical screen out loud
Electrical engineering technician intern interviews often include a technical screen covering circuit analysis, instrumentation, or troubleshooting scenarios. Practice answering out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many larger manufacturers, utilities, and defense contractors run formal electrical engineering technician cohort or rotational programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that match your interests and submit your application in the first wave of openings.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 71% of the electrical engineering technician internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're only reviewing roles you can actually accept.
Electrical Engineering Technician Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an electrical engineering technician internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at this stage. Build a portfolio of documented projects showing circuit design, PCB layouts, or lab work, giving 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 engineering technician internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for electrical engineering technician interns is delivering on real project work, the team having open headcount, and knowing your employer's return-offer timeline early. Treat a full-time offer as a possible outcome to position for, not a certainty to count on.
When should I apply for electrical engineering technician internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning applications for June start dates can open as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly means you won't miss a cohort that filled quietly.
Are electrical engineering technician internships paid?
Most professional electrical engineering technician internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid positions exist primarily at nonprofits or through academic credit arrangements, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should an electrical engineering technician internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools used and link to the work, such as a CAD or PCB design portfolio, a lab report, or a GitHub repository with circuit schematics. Add relevant coursework in electronics, instrumentation, or testing. Keep everything to one page.
Are there remote electrical engineering technician internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 29% of the electrical engineering technician 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 engineering technician 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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