JOB TITLE: Summer Internship - Electrical Control Panel Shop LOCATION: Indianapolis, IN POSTED DATE: 2026-10-07 Employment Type: Internship COMPANY TAG: PACIV - This might or might not be the actual company name might just be a tag. Derive the proper name from here or the actual posting.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Electrical Control Panel Shop InternshipLocation: Indianapolis, INHours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm PACIV (pronounced pah-SEEV) Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation & ValidationWe have been in business for over 30-years specializing in automation & controls, validation, and instrumentation. Our teams solve complex challenges, support industry-leading facilities, and make a measurable impact on critical manufacturing operations every day. We are looking for a motivated student to join our Panel Shop team and gain hands-on experience building and assembling industrial electrical control panels.This internship is designed for students interested in electrical systems or automation & controls engineering and provides valuable hands-on experience in a professional panel shop environment onsite in our Indianapolis office. You will work alongside experienced panel builders and engineers to learn the fundamentals of industrial control panel fabrication and assembly. What You Will LearnLearn to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layoutsAssist with laying out back panels, mounting components, and routing wiringSupport the assembly and wiring of industrial electrical control panelsLearn proper panel fabrication techniques and safe use of hand and power toolsWork with engineers to understand drawing revisions, project updates, and technical questionsCollaborate with our panel shop team to support production schedules and project goalsAssist with inventory organization, material handling, and component trackingMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environmentGain exposure to industrial automation & electrical control systemsQualificationsRising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related fieldInterest in automation & controls, manufacturing, or electrical systemsStrong attention to detail and willingness to learnAbility to work effectively in a team environmentComfortable working with tools and hands-on projectsPrevious panel building experience is not requiredWhy Join PACIV?Gain real-world experience in industrial automation and control panel fabricationWork alongside experienced engineers and panel shop professionalsApply classroom concepts in a hands-on environmentDevelop practical technical skills that support future engineering and manufacturing careersOpportunity to build professional experience with a well-established, growing automation companyWork EnvironmentShop-based internship located in Indianapolis, INCollaborative team environmentHands-on work involving electrical components, tools, and panel assemblyAbility to stand for extended periods and lift materials as neededImportant Hiring InformationPACIV does not partner with third-party recruiting agenciesPACIV does not provide H-1B sponsorship, H-1B transfers, OPT sponsorship, CPT sponsorship, or employment-based immigration support.PACIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About PACIV
PACIV provides industrial automation services to clients in the life sciences, manufacturing, and utility sectors. The company designs and builds control systems, manages instrumentation, and handles regulatory compliance. Founded in 1997, it maintains headquarters in Indianapolis and operates additional offices in California, Puerto Rico, and Ireland. The firm employs between 51 and 200 people.
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