About the role#
This internship offers practical experience within the ABB Research Department. You will support R&D projects involving electrical, mechanical, and thermal topics, as well as generative AI. You will work on site or in a hybrid capacity to gain knowledge and contribute to ongoing operations. This position requires a commitment to safety and integrity in all tasks.
What you'll do#
- Find and evaluate new technology from public sources.
- Contribute to and critique ideas, features, strategies, and solutions.
- Design, draw, and model new components and test set-ups.
- Design, run, and document simulations, calculations, laboratory tests, and experiments.
- Manage multiple tasks while maintaining high quality standards.
- Collaborate with team members to share information and project updates.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master's or PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics.
- Coursework and project experience in electrical machine design, thermal or mechanical modelling, mechatronics prototyping, or AI implementation.
- Ability to think critically and organize tasks effectively.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
- Reliable transportation to the worksite.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full time, paid position ($20 - $34 per hour).
- Work Modality: On-site and hybrid.
About ABB
ABB operates in the automation machinery manufacturing sector. The company provides electrification and automation technologies for industrial applications. It serves clients in energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Based in Zurich, the company employs over 147,000 people globally.
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