Engineering Designer Internships
Engineering designer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with TYLin and Introba among the employers posting roles now.
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TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about Electrical Engineering? Are you interested in infrastructure projects in the Water Sector? TYLin is looking for an intern to join our Chicago office for the Summer of 2027.As an Electrical Engineering Designer Intern supporting the Water Solutions Team, you'll gain the opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse projects. You will assist with a variety of electrical projects in the areas of water, wastewater, and infrastructure electrical systems. This internship is your chance to be part of a collaborative community where you can expand your knowledge and sharpen your skills through hands-on, meaningful work.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You Will Do
- Produce electrical contract drawings and specifications for various projects
- Assist with project monitoring and scheduling
- Perform calculations and analysis
- Collaborate with other engineers, drafters, and support staff
- Attend site visits or inspections
- Collaborate on a variety of project types, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and maintaining high-quality standards
What You Bring to the Team (Competencies)
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
- Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior
- Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements
Your Education and Experience
- Currently in a BS or MS degree program with a focus in Electrical Engineering
- Practical knowledge of three-phase electrical systems and components.
- Ability to read electrical on-line diagrams
- Computer modeling for Power Studies and Arc Flash Analysis
- Proficiency in MATLAB, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and computational fluid dynamic modeling are a plus
Additional Information
At TYLin, we strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment that empowers you to make an impact. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of this commitment, we offer a base compensation range of $20 to $30 per hour. We recognize that each candidate has a unique set of skills, experience, education, and competencies, which will be reflected in our offer.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about Electrical Engineering? Are you interested in infrastructure projects in the Water Sector? TYLin is looking for an intern to join our Chicago office for the Summer of 2027.As an Electrical Engineering Designer Intern supporting the Water Solutions Team, you'll gain the opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse projects. You will assist with a variety of electrical projects in the areas of water, wastewater, and infrastructure electrical systems. This internship is your chance to be part of a collaborative community where you can expand your knowledge and sharpen your skills through hands-on, meaningful work.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You Will Do
- Produce electrical contract drawings and specifications for various projects
- Assist with project monitoring and scheduling
- Perform calculations and analysis
- Collaborate with other engineers, drafters, and support staff
- Attend site visits or inspections
- Collaborate on a variety of project types, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and maintaining high-quality standards
What You Bring to the Team (Competencies)
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
- Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior
- Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements
Your Education and Experience
- Currently in a BS or MS degree program with a focus in Electrical Engineering
- Practical knowledge of three-phase electrical systems and components.
- Ability to read electrical on-line diagrams
- Computer modeling for Power Studies and Arc Flash Analysis
- Proficiency in MATLAB, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and computational fluid dynamic modeling are a plus
Additional Information
At TYLin, we strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment that empowers you to make an impact. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of this commitment, we offer a base compensation range of $20 to $30 per hour. We recognize that each candidate has a unique set of skills, experience, education, and competencies, which will be reflected in our offer.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
Engineering Designer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Engineering Designer Internship Search
Apply earlier than your classmates do
Large employers running structured summer cohorts open applications the preceding fall and close them months before the internship starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in both windows so you don't miss either.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Intern hiring teams expect limited work history, so a CAD portfolio, design drawings, or documented engineering projects do the work your resume can't. Each project entry should name the software used, the problem you solved, and where to see the output.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Career fairs surface structured programs tied directly 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 at the same time to reach employers your campus channel doesn't cover.
Practice the technical screen before you apply
Engineering designer intern interviews typically include a technical or design review where you walk through a project or solve a problem out loud. Practice explaining your reasoning as you work, not just your final answer. Interviewers weigh how you think through constraints as much as the solution itself.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many large engineering employers run cohort or rotational internship programs built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit on a fixed cycle, fill fast, and sometimes close before general applications open. Identify the programs that fit your discipline and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the engineering designer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings. Filtering by location and work type upfront keeps you focused on roles you can actually take.
Engineering Designer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an engineering designer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history. Hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level, so a CAD or design portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies posting openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an engineering designer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it most is the quality of your work on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early the company communicates its return-offer timeline. Treat the internship as an audition worth winning on its own terms, not a guaranteed pipeline.
When should I apply for engineering designer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, particularly those running structured summer cohorts, begin recruiting the preceding fall. 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 roles that open and close quickly at either end of that range.
Are engineering designer internships paid?
Most professional engineering designer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established companies and rare in engineering-intensive industries.
What should an engineering designer 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, whether that is a CAD portfolio, design files, or engineering drawings. Add relevant coursework, software proficiencies, and any lab or studio experience. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote engineering designer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the engineering designer 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 designer 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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