About the role#
This paid, full-time internship program offers an introduction to engineering technology within the field of embedded systems. Over the course of 12 weeks, you will work on projects that support our business units or broader enterprise technologies. You will receive mentorship from leaders and participate in the Intern Core Learning Series to build your functional expertise.
What you'll do#
- Support product engineering projects that drive innovation.
- Develop IoT product applications.
- Write firmware and software for micro-controllers.
- Design embedded hardware for power distribution products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders.
- Present your project success stories to organizational leadership at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, electronics, computer, or software engineering, or computer science.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Ability to relocate within the United States for the duration of the program.
- Experience with embedded systems and languages like C, C++, Java, or Python.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Preference is given to candidates with a 3.2 GPA, prior internship experience, leadership roles on campus or in the community, and exposure to machine learning or AI concepts.
- Note: We do not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Moon Township, Pennsylvania; Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Franksville, Wisconsin.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company that focuses on electrical, aerospace, and industrial technologies. Founded in 1911, the firm operates globally with headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. It employs over 61,000 people and maintains a public status. The company works on electrification and digitalization projects to support renewable energy and power management needs.
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