Instrumentation Engineer Internships
Instrumentation engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience with real control systems and sensor design, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Sargent & Lundy, Georgia-Pacific, and Baisch Engineering among the employers posting roles now.
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Georgia-Pacific (GP) is seeking Electrical Engineering Interns to join our team for Summer 2027 at our Port Hudson Mill in Zachary, LA! We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our team.
Georgia-Pacific, a Koch company, is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose, and related chemicals. The company employs more than 30,000 people at approximately 300 locations in North and South America. Georgia-Pacific creates long-term value by using resources efficiently to provide innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of customers and society, while operating in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible and economically sound.
Our Team
We believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an intern, co-op, or full-time hire, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies. Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying today!
What You Will Do
Engineering Interns are likely in a manufacturing facility, to help support innovation, process efficiency, Electrical & Instrumentation equipment reliability, and quality assurance, with a large overarching focus on compliance, safety, and health. At Koch, interns/co-op's gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of their work.Alongside your day-to-day role, the program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management, and all while growing your network. This program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Enrolled and currently pursuing a degree in an Electrical Engineering degree program
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to relocate per program requirements.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2028.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquà , or tu ).
Georgia-Pacific (GP) is seeking Electrical Engineering Interns to join our team for Summer 2027 at our Port Hudson Mill in Zachary, LA! We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our team.
Georgia-Pacific, a Koch company, is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose, and related chemicals. The company employs more than 30,000 people at approximately 300 locations in North and South America. Georgia-Pacific creates long-term value by using resources efficiently to provide innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of customers and society, while operating in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible and economically sound.
Our Team
We believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an intern, co-op, or full-time hire, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies. Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying today!
What You Will Do
Engineering Interns are likely in a manufacturing facility, to help support innovation, process efficiency, Electrical & Instrumentation equipment reliability, and quality assurance, with a large overarching focus on compliance, safety, and health. At Koch, interns/co-op's gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of their work.Alongside your day-to-day role, the program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management, and all while growing your network. This program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Enrolled and currently pursuing a degree in an Electrical Engineering degree program
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to relocate per program requirements.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2028.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquà , or tu ).
Instrumentation Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Instrumentation Engineer Internship Search
Apply in fall for the following summer
Large energy, chemical, and industrial automation employers recruit summer instrumentation engineer interns the preceding fall, often filling cohorts before December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Starting your search early gives you access to both structured programs and rolling openings.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Instrumentation engineer intern hiring teams want something concrete to assess. Document two or three hands-on projects, control loop designs, sensor calibration work, PLC programming exercises, or lab builds, naming the tools used and linking to CAD files, lab reports, or design documentation wherever the work lives publicly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured intern programs tied directly to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach without duplicating effort.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviews
Instrumentation engineer intern screens typically include technical questions on control theory, process measurements, signal types, or basic circuit analysis, sometimes with a problem-solving component. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the solution itself.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Larger employers in oil and gas, chemical processing, and industrial automation run cohort or rotational internship programs designed to train candidates new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones aligned with your graduation timeline and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for general postings.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the instrumentation engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles that don't fit your situation.
Instrumentation Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an instrumentation engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that documents two or three instrumentation or controls projects, including the tools, software, and hardware you used. Bring that portfolio to campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person than for cold applicants.
Can an instrumentation engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For instrumentation engineer interns, what drives it most is delivering real results on assigned projects, fitting the team's headcount plan, and expressing continued interest before the offer window closes. Position yourself for a return offer by treating every project as a demonstration, without counting on one.
When should I apply for instrumentation engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large energy, chemical, and manufacturing employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts by November or December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season gives you the widest window.
Are instrumentation engineer internships paid?
Most professional instrumentation engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, so the roles you see here show that information when it's available.
What should an instrumentation engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Document two or three complete projects that show hands-on work with instrumentation, control systems, PLCs, sensors, or data acquisition, name the tools used and link to design files, CAD drawings, lab reports, or a portfolio wherever the work lives publicly. Add relevant coursework, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote instrumentation engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the instrumentation engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to surface them without sorting through roles you cannot take.
Can international students get instrumentation engineer 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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