R&D Electrical Engineer Internships
R&d electrical engineer 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 Keysight Technologies, Coloplast, and Bracco Medical Technologies among the employers posting roles now.
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Why Join Bracco Medical Technologies?
We care as much about our employees as we do our patients. Our culture fosters a work environment where employees can thrive, be passionate and have fun along the way. Each member of the Bracco Medical Technologies team has the power to make a difference......every day!
Company Overview
At Bracco Medical Technologies, every employee has an impact on our Mission to empower lifesaving decisions. We create medical devices that give healthcare providers the insights they need to confidently and safely diagnose patients. Our unique line of products includes Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR), Cardiovascular Imaging contrast delivery (CVi), and CT and MRI contrast delivery systems. As part of the Bracco Group, Bracco Medical Technologies benefits from the resources of a multinational conglomerate with broad expertise in cath lab and radiology suite technology and a dedication to continuous advancement.
We are currently seeking intern candidates to learn with us as they engage in a variety of hands-on projects alongside our high-performing and authentic R&D team.
Position Summary
You will work with a mentor in the R&D Sustaining Engineering team to develop and test current and emerging designs related to medical devices used by radiologists and interventional cardiologists. Students will have the opportunity to gain experience in circuit design, test development and execution, component and assembly analysis, schematic capture and printed circuit board layout, prototype building/testing, technical writing, and engineering support for projects.
Training to be Provided
Students will be exposed to working with various operations, product development and R&D departments within the Bracco Medical Technologies (BMT) organization. They will learn key requirements which need to be followed in a regulated environment such as the medical device industry.
Additionally, our interns and co-ops benefit from a buddy program, career development programming, and opportunities to build their professional networks virtually and in-person with BMT professionals.
Qualifications
Undergraduates entering their third or fourth year OR graduate students enrolled in electrical, systems, biomedical, or computer engineering
Experience in the following areas is preferred: Circuit design, analysis, simulation, some software (C, C++, MATLAB, Labview), schematic capture, prototyping skills (soldering, enclosures, and wiring)
Job Location
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Term/Hours
Summer 2027
Hours: 40 hours per week
Compensation & Total Rewards:
Estimated Pay Range: $23.00 – $25.00/hour
*Estimated Starting Pay Range is reflective of the range Bracco Medical Technologies reasonably expects to pay for the position. The range provided is based on compensation and market data specific to the position.
Total Rewards:
Time off – We provide safe and sick time to help you take time for yourself when needed.
Live well – We offer medical benefit options to help protect you along the way.
Evolve – Through structured on-the-job learning, workshops, and networking events, you’ll find many opportunities to grow, personally and professionally.
To learn more about Bracco Medical Technologies, please visit our website at: https://careers.braccomedtech.com .
Bracco Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Tips for Your R&D Electrical Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before the internship starts
Large employers in defense, semiconductors, and consumer electronics open summer intern recruiting the preceding fall. If you wait until spring, many structured programs are already full. Set a calendar reminder to start searching in August or September for the following summer.
Build a portfolio before you need it
Without a work history, your portfolio is your application. Document two or three complete projects with schematics, PCB layouts, simulation results, or firmware code and host them somewhere reviewers can access. Hiring teams for r&d electrical engineer interns want proof you can execute, and a linked portfolio gives them that before the interview.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
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. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, combining both channels widens the pool you can realistically reach.
Practice technical screens out loud before you apply
R&d electrical engineer intern screens typically involve circuit analysis problems, signal-integrity questions, or hands-on design exercises where interviewers care as much about how you reason through the problem as the final answer. Practice talking through your thinking out loud so the explanation feels natural under pressure.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many large employers in aerospace, semiconductor, and industrial technology run formal rotational or university intern programs built to train people new to r&d electrical engineering. These programs recruit months ahead of their start dates and fill fast, so identify the ones that match your background and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the r&d electrical engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take.
R&D Electrical Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an r&d electrical engineer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level, and a documented portfolio of circuit designs, PCB layouts, or firmware projects gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an r&d electrical engineer 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 performance on real project work, available headcount on the team at the end of your term, and whether you express interest before the return-offer window closes. Treat the internship as an extended interview, but keep applying to other roles in parallel.
When should I apply for r&d electrical engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, defense contractors, semiconductor firms, and consumer electronics companies, typically open summer intern recruiting the preceding fall, often as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worth the habit.
Are r&d electrical engineer internships paid?
Most professional r&d electrical engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it, so you can compare opportunities directly as you search.
What should an r&d electrical engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools used, schematic capture software, simulation environments, embedded firmware languages, or test equipment, and link to or reference where the work can be seen, such as a GitHub repository or design portfolio. Add relevant coursework and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote r&d electrical engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the r&d electrical engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them.
Can international students get r&d electrical 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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