Test Technician Internships
Test technician internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience testing real hardware and software systems, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Coka, MiTek, and GE Aerospace among the employers posting roles now.
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MiTek's Internship Program offers a paid, 12-week full-time experience that runs Monday, May 17th through Friday, August 6th designed for students nearing completion of their degree.
Interns are paired with a Manager and Mentor to work on impactful projects and present final outcomes at the end of the program. The program includes networking opportunities, leadership exposure, and engagement in a hybrid work environment that fosters innovation and inclusivity. For internships that outside your current geographic location, we offer a $6,000 Intern Stipend to help cover your temporary housing and travel for the duration of the program.
During the internship you will:
- Obtain professional development to grow your real-world skills
- Collaborate and innovate in a supportive work environment
- Gain industry insights from experienced mentors
- Create positive change in the building industry and community
- Build your professional network
- Contribute to meaningful work alongside MiTek mentors to gain greater skills in your field
- Learn to look at problems from different perspectives and create innovative solutions
- Experience the importance of working in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
Responsibilities:
- Participate in the design and analysis of structural components
- Collaborate with R&D engineers, Marketing, and Sales to determine needs and requirements for display models for industry trade shows and engineering conferences
- Design and assemble physical models of MiTek structural connectors to meet specified requirements
- Analyze test reports and data from internal testing and independent labs
- Produce written documentation to add value to test results
- Conduct technical research pertaining to building codes and standards
Qualifications:
- Pursuing an Associate’s degree in Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical Engineering or related field; expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 with potential to convert to full-time employment.
- Computer Skills: MS Office suite of products
- Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
- Experience operating power tools used in wood frame construction and/or interest in structural design or construction management is a plus
- Ownership of one or more high-priority projects that will assess your problem-solving, leadership, and presentation skills
MiTek Perks:
Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
Performance/Incentive bonuses
Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime
MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.
MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.
www.mii.com
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
MiTek's Internship Program offers a paid, 12-week full-time experience that runs Monday, May 17th through Friday, August 6th designed for students nearing completion of their degree.
Interns are paired with a Manager and Mentor to work on impactful projects and present final outcomes at the end of the program. The program includes networking opportunities, leadership exposure, and engagement in a hybrid work environment that fosters innovation and inclusivity. For internships that outside your current geographic location, we offer a $6,000 Intern Stipend to help cover your temporary housing and travel for the duration of the program.
During the internship you will:
- Obtain professional development to grow your real-world skills
- Collaborate and innovate in a supportive work environment
- Gain industry insights from experienced mentors
- Create positive change in the building industry and community
- Build your professional network
- Contribute to meaningful work alongside MiTek mentors to gain greater skills in your field
- Learn to look at problems from different perspectives and create innovative solutions
- Experience the importance of working in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
Responsibilities:
- Participate in the design and analysis of structural components
- Collaborate with R&D engineers, Marketing, and Sales to determine needs and requirements for display models for industry trade shows and engineering conferences
- Design and assemble physical models of MiTek structural connectors to meet specified requirements
- Analyze test reports and data from internal testing and independent labs
- Produce written documentation to add value to test results
- Conduct technical research pertaining to building codes and standards
Qualifications:
- Pursuing an Associate’s degree in Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical Engineering or related field; expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 with potential to convert to full-time employment.
- Computer Skills: MS Office suite of products
- Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
- Experience operating power tools used in wood frame construction and/or interest in structural design or construction management is a plus
- Ownership of one or more high-priority projects that will assess your problem-solving, leadership, and presentation skills
MiTek Perks:
Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
Performance/Incentive bonuses
Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime
MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.
MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.
www.mii.com
Test Technician Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Test Technician Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers in defense, semiconductors, and manufacturing close their summer internship cohorts as early as October or November the year before. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so roles appear year-round, but waiting until spring means missing the structured programs at the employers you want most.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for test technician internships expect limited work history and look for evidence of hands-on capability instead. Documented projects showing test plans, instrument setups, measurement results, or troubleshooting logs give recruiters something concrete to evaluate. A GitHub repo with test scripts or a written lab case study both work.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus 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 appear publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you can reach in a single cycle.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Test technician intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering electronics fundamentals, measurement concepts, or troubleshooting scenarios. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud as you work through problems, interviewers weight how you think through a circuit or failure mode as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship pipelines early
Larger companies in aerospace, automotive, and semiconductor manufacturing run formal rotational or university cohort programs built to train people new to test engineering. These programs recruit in the first application wave and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your school year or co-op schedule and submit before the general deadline.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 67% of the test technician internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, lab access and equipment mean many test roles require physical presence, then filter by location and work type before you start applying so you aren't sorting through listings you can't take.
Test Technician Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a test technician internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For test technician candidates, a documented project portfolio showing test plans, measurement setups, or troubleshooting logs 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 a test technician internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For test technician interns, what actually drives it is consistent performance on real work, how well you fit the team, and whether the group has open headcount when your internship ends. Position yourself for one by delivering well, but keep applying to other roles in parallel rather than counting on it.
When should I apply for test technician internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, defense contractors, semiconductor companies, and major manufacturers, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping cohorts before January. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss the early waves at the employers you want most.
Are test technician internships paid?
Most professional test technician internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so there's no single figure that applies broadly. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, that's the clearest signal of what a specific role offers before you apply.
What should a test technician internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the test equipment, measurement tools, or software you used and what you found or built, a GitHub repo with test scripts, a lab report with results, or a documented troubleshooting case study all give recruiters something to evaluate. Add relevant coursework and keep the whole thing to one page.
Are there remote test technician internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 33% of the test technician internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them without sorting through every listing.
Can international students get test technician 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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