Controls Engineering Intern/Co-op: Build Automation

Hitachi, Ltd.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Controls Engineering Intern/Co-Op for May to August 2027 in Auburn Hills, MI. You will assist and learn from controls engineers, supporting design, build, program, and deployment of automated equipment.

Responsibilities include learning basic programming, CAD usage, and documentation, with strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and on-the-job instruction from experienced staff. This is a paid, full-time internship.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent and currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree.
• Willingness to learn and participate in a variety of tasks with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Basic familiarity with CAD and schematic drawing packages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with basic programming tasks.
• Support Controls Engineers across design, build, and deployment activities.
• Contribute to team projects with guidance and instruction from senior engineers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Programming basics

CAD basics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pursuing engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Electrical schematic drawing

Pneumatic schematic tools

Excel/Word/Outlook

Job description

JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Controls Engineering Intern/Co-Op for May to August 2027 in Auburn Hills, MI. You will assist and learn from controls engineers, supporting design, build, program, and deployment of automated equipment.

Responsibilities include learning basic programming, CAD usage, and documentation, with strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and on-the-job instruction from experienced staff. This is a paid, full-time internship.