About the role#
The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the design, validation, and sustainment of embedded electronic controls for commercial HVAC and building automation applications. You will work alongside experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience in product development, laboratory testing, and product lifecycle management. This role provides exposure to sensors, connectivity technologies, and manufacturing support.
What you'll do#
- Support the design, development, and validation of commercial HVAC control products.
- Build, assemble, and modify prototype hardware, test fixtures, and evaluation platforms.
- Conduct proof-of-concept experiments and document engineering test results.
- Assist with laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and product validation activities.
- Create engineering documentation, including test reports, Bills of Material, specifications, drawings, and design records.
- Support sustaining engineering for released products by investigating quality, manufacturing, and field issues.
- Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving for product and process improvements.
- Assist with cost reduction and value engineering through component evaluations and design optimization.
- Support component obsolescence management by researching and validating replacement parts.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Supplier teams.
- Process Engineering Change Notices and assist with product release activities.
- Collect and analyze engineering data to support technical and business decisions.
- Learn and apply best practices for safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
- Present project findings and recommendations to engineering teams.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Coursework in circuit analysis, electronics, embedded systems, controls, or power systems.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
- Experience with schematic capture, PCB design tools, or CAD software.
- Basic programming experience in C, C++, Python, or similar languages.
- Knowledge of microcontrollers, sensors, communication interfaces, or control systems.
- Interest in HVAC systems, building automation, connected products, or embedded electronics.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Carrier
Carrier provides climate and energy solutions for homes, buildings, and transportation. The company specializes in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, fire safety, and security systems. Founded in 1915, it operates globally with a workforce of over 25,000 people. The headquarters is located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
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