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    IAE Electrical Engineering Internship – Summer 2026

    University of South Florida · Tampa, Florida, United States

    Summer 2026On-sitePaidPosted 2026-06-25
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    About the role#

    The University of South Florida is seeking an Electrical Engineering intern for the Summer 2026 term. This position supports advanced engineering research and development, including projects related to Department of Defense initiatives. Interns gain hands-on experience with embedded systems, robotics, and sensing technologies while working alongside professional engineers. Due to the nature of the funding, U.S. citizenship is required.

    What you'll do#

    • Assist with the design, integration, and testing of electrical and embedded systems.
    • Support the development and programming of Raspberry Pi-based systems and sensor networks.
    • Interface and troubleshoot sensors, communications modules, and peripheral devices using Raspberry Pi GPIO and protocols including I2C, SPI, and UART.
    • Develop and maintain Python scripts for data collection, automation, and sensor integration.
    • Support laboratory testing, prototype development, and system validation activities.
    • Conduct technical research on emerging sensing technologies and embedded platforms.
    • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support experimentation and document technical findings.

    What you'll need#

    • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
    • Junior or Senior standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
    • Experience with Raspberry Pi hardware and Linux-based systems.
    • Proficiency in Python programming.
    • Familiarity with electronics, sensors, GPIO interfaces, and embedded systems.
    • Preferred: Experience with soldering, breadboarding, and hardware troubleshooting.
    • Interest in robotics, autonomous systems, data acquisition, or specialized fields such as subsea sensing, underwater acoustics, or sonar systems.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Tampa, Florida.
    • Modality: On-site at USF IAE facilities.
    • Term: Summer 2026.
    • Compensation: $18.50 per hour.
    • Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
    Relevant fields:Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringMechanical EngineeringBiomedical Engineering

    About University of South Florida

    Founded in 1956, the University of South Florida is a public research institution headquartered in Tampa with additional campuses in St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. The university employs over 10,000 staff members and serves a diverse population of approximately 50,000 students from nearly 150 countries. Its operations focus on academic instruction and large-scale research initiatives, contributing to significant economic activity across the region. The institution maintains membership in the Association of American Universities and the American Athletic Conference.

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