Automation & Controls Intern — PLC/HMI & FAT

Prime-Controls; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Controls, L.P. in Dallas, TX, invites engineering students to join its summer internship program. You will work with seasoned engineers on real instrumentation and controls projects across data centers, energy, semiconductor, and water markets, from design through commissioning.

This full-time 8–10 week internship focuses on practical, career-ready skills; mentors provide guidance, with opportunities for future internships or full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related engineering.
• Rising junior or senior standing and in good academic standing.
• Familiarity with controls, circuits, or automation concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Willing to work full-time for 8–10 weeks this summer; travel to locations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support design engineers with instrumentation and electrical design deliverables.
• Assist with PLC, HMI, and SCADA configuration and testing.
• Participate in FAT and systems engineering tasks.
• Help compile submittals, documentation, and BOM activities.
• Attend project meetings and site walkdowns to understand execution.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

EPLAN

PLC programming

Job description

Prime Controls, L.P. in Dallas, TX, invites engineering students to join its summer internship program. You will work with seasoned engineers on real instrumentation and controls projects across data centers, energy, semiconductor, and water markets, from design through commissioning.

This full-time 8–10 week internship focuses on practical, career-ready skills; mentors provide guidance, with opportunities for future internships or full-time roles.