Engineering Design Manager Internships

Engineering design manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineering design managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with Qorvo, Tesla, and Olsson among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles225+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerQorvo
Top cityPalo Alto, CA
Work type49% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Texas Instruments
Analog Design Engineering Intern - ATD
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Analog Design Engineering Intern - ATD
Texas Instruments
Dallas, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
10,000+

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Versant
Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering
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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering
Versant
North Hollywood, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering
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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering
Versant
Washington, District of Columbia
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering (GolfNow, Full Swing, Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango)
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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering (GolfNow, Full Swing, Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango)
Versant
Carlsbad, California
Customer Service
Inside Sales
Sales
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering (GolfNow, Full Swing, Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango)
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Versant Summer Internships: Technology, Product, Design & Engineering (GolfNow, Full Swing, Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango)
Versant
Orlando, Florida
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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Engineering Design Manager Internship Market

Who's Hiring

  • Qorvo
    Qorvo13
  • Tesla
    Tesla12
  • Olsson
    Olsson12
  • Benesch
    Benesch9
  • Texas Instruments
    Texas Instruments7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Chemicals & Materials

Tips for Your Engineering Design Manager Internship Search

Apply in fall for the following summer

Large employers open summer engineering design manager internship applications the preceding fall and close them months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to their start dates, so check listings throughout the year and set up alerts so you catch each new wave as it opens.

Build a portfolio before you apply

Without a long work history, your projects are the proof. Document two or three complete engineering design manager projects showing your process, the tools you used, CAD or design files, and the outcome. A linked portfolio gives recruiters something to assess and sets you apart from candidates who only list coursework on a resume.

Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time

Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity to reach a wider pool of opportunities.

Practice your technical screen before the first application

Engineering design manager intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering design principles, systems thinking, or a case-based design challenge. Practice your answers out loud and walk through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final answer you reach.

Target structured internship programs at larger companies

Many large engineering organizations run cohort-based or rotational internship programs built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and offer structured mentorship you won't find in ad hoc hiring. Identify the ones that match your background and submit your application in the first recruiting wave.

Set your work-type filter before you start

On-site roles are 49% of the engineering design manager internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take.

Engineering Design Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an engineering design manager internship?

Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A design portfolio, CAD files, or documented project case studies give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies posting openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.

Can an engineering design manager 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 engineering design manager interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early the employer runs its return-offer process. Position yourself by treating every project as a full-time audition without counting on an offer at the end.

When should I apply for engineering design manager internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, which means applications open months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cycle that closed before you started looking.

Are engineering design manager internships paid?

Most professional engineering design manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, so you can compare opportunities as you apply.

What should an engineering design manager internship resume include?

Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For engineering design manager candidates, that means linking to a design portfolio, CAD files, or published case studies, and naming the tools and software used in each project. Add relevant coursework, keep the resume to one page, and put your most substantial project at the top.

Are there remote engineering design manager internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 51% of the engineering design manager 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 engineering design manager 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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