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Engineering Intern roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field. Many interns convert to full-time sponsored roles after graduation, making the internship itself a critical step in your H-1B pipeline.
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As our Engineering Intern, in Columbus, OH, at The Ohio State University. You will be responsible for contributing to the design and construction of the "Electric City"—a visually immersive 3D model that illustrates how energy is produced and distributed. The model highlights renewable resources and alternative energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, and nuclear power, alongside traditional sources like natural gas and coal. This model will serve as an interactive teaching tool at academic collaboration events. In addition, you will work with and support members of the Capital Projects team, such as Project Managers and Program managers, on various ad hoc tasks.
You will:
- Develop a 3D model of a smart city using 3D and 2D CAD software
- Design, print and fabricate prototype models to represent a Smart city to be used as a “Display” item at conferences, incorporating mechanical and electrical components
- Create a bill of material and spare parts list
- Create, update, and maintain technical drawings and design documentation
- Assist the project team with drawing creation, design reviews, and other project related tasks
What You’ll Bring
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field, sophomore or higher status at The Ohio State University
- Experience with 3D modeling and CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar
- Experience with rapid prototyping using 3D printing techniques and various 3D printed material
- Experience with fabricating and building 3D printed models
- Some experience with basic electrical wiring, troubleshooting and testing
- Attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Ability to utilize written and verbal communication skills
Additional Details
The internship work term will be October 21, 2026 – December 31, 2026, part-time 15-20 hours per week minimum.
Additional hours/weeks may be available based on business needs and will be discussed in advance with your supervisor.
Interns must be enrolled students in good standing at the commencement of the intern semester.
This role requires attendance at a worksite.
Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies.
Compensation
Hourly Range: $24.50 to $33.50 USD hourly
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.
The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
Business Unit: LEI RoW
Division: LEI RoW - Northam
Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.
Company Name: ENGIE North America
Minimum Base Salary: 22.50 USD
Maximum Base Salary: 30.50 USD
Pay Basis: Hourly
Why this matters to us
Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.
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Confirm your degree satisfies specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility requires a direct connection between your degree field and the intern role. A mechanical engineering degree won't support a software engineering petition, so verify the match before applying to avoid an RFE after filing.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
Engineering internships at OPT-STEM-eligible employers require E-Verify enrollment. Filtering for E-Verify employers early means your intern role can support a 24-month STEM OPT extension, buying you more runway before your H-1B cap date.
Look up the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the intern role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level 1 wage before your offer conversation so you know the minimum the employer is legally required to meet.
Ask HR about cap-year timing during interviews
If your internship converts to a full-time role, the H-1B petition must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. Ask the recruiting team whether their H-1B cycle aligns with your graduation date so you don't miss the registration window.
Search Migrate Mate for intern roles with LCA history
Many employers list intern titles without disclosing whether they've sponsored H-1B visas before. Migrate Mate surfaces LCA filing history by occupation code, so you can identify which employers have actually certified wages for engineering intern positions.
Check the O*NET profile for your intern job code
USCIS uses O*NET job zone classifications to evaluate specialty occupation status. Engineering intern roles classified at Job Zone 4 or 5 in O*NET have a stronger foundation for an H-1B petition than lower-zone codes your employer might inadvertently use.
H-1B Visa Engineering Intern: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Engineering Intern role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline. The key is that the degree requirement must be genuine and the role must qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards. Internships listed as open to any major, or where an unrelated degree would suffice, are unlikely to clear that bar.
How do I find engineering internships that sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to filter engineering intern roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering titles in the past are far more likely to sponsor future hires than those without a filing record, and that history isn't visible on standard job postings.
Does completing an engineering internship improve my H-1B chances?
It strengthens your petition in two concrete ways. First, demonstrated employment in the specialty occupation role supports the employer's argument that the position requires a specific degree. Second, if the internship converts to a full-time offer, the employer already has internal processes for sponsorship, reducing administrative delays when they file your H-1B petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if my engineering internship doesn't convert to a full-time role?
If you're on F-1 OPT during the internship and it ends without conversion, your authorized OPT period continues until its expiration date. You can accept a new position with a different employer without losing your status, provided the new role also qualifies under your OPT authorization. You'd need a separate H-1B sponsorship from the new employer.
Which engineering disciplines are most commonly approved for H-1B sponsorship in intern roles?
Software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science are the titles that appear most frequently in DOL LCA disclosures for intern-level H-1B filings. Roles tied to a specific technical discipline with a clearly matching degree field consistently receive USCIS approval, while generalist or hybrid titles that lack a defined degree requirement face higher scrutiny.