Electrical/Controls Engineering Summer 2027 Internship

Dubak Electrical; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubak Electrical Group in La Grange Park, IL is offering a paid 10-week Summer Internship for Electrical/Controls Engineering students starting June 7, 2027. The Engineering Intern role provides hands-on experience in an industrial electrical construction environment and aims to prepare you for a potential Associate Controls Engineer position after graduation.

During the program you will learn project scope on contracts, develop PLC/HMI programs, design control panels to UL508A using AutoCAD

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering program.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in college.
• GPA 3.2+ is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the electrical construction industry.
• Learn the basics of controls, automation, and project engineering through a 10-week structured program.
• Take initiative in personal and professional development.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and across departments.
• Possess good listening skills, follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Utilize software tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrate curiosity and seek learning opportunities.
• Meet deadlines and help achieve project goals.

Skills

Math aptitude

Effective communicator

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering program

Sophomore/Junior/Senior

GPA 3.2+

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Studio5000

FactoryTalk View

SolidWorks

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Launch Your Engineering Career with Dubak Electrical Group’s 2027 Summer Internship!

Are you a motivated student eager to gain real-world, hands-on experience in Electrical/Controls Engineering? Dubak Electrical Group is offering an exciting Summer Internship opportunity designed to immerse you in the dynamic field of Electrical Engineering within the industrial electrical sector.

Start Date: June 7, 2027

Position: Engineering Intern

Location: La Grange Park, Illinois

Duration: Paid, Full-time, 10-week summer program

Pay: $20.00/hour

Why Choose Dubak Electrical Group?

At Dubak Electrical Group, we’re committed to nurturing the next generation of Engineering professionals. As an intern, you'll have the unique opportunity to:

• Learn by Doing: Gain real-world experience in Controls Engineering within an industrial electrical construction environment.
• Grow Your Skills: Work closely with experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you throughout the program.

What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding of project scope of work as specified on contracts.
• Learn technical writing skills developing functional design specifications.
• Design industrial control panels to UL508A standards utilizing AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop PLC programs in Studio5000 software.
• Develop HMI programs with FactoryTalk View software.
• Gain a basic understanding of 3D design utilizing SolidWorks.
• Obtain experience in troubleshooting and diagnosing control systems.
• Acquire control system onsite startup and commissioning experience.

• Set the Stage for Your Future: This internship is designed to prepare you for a potential role as an Associate Controls Engineer upon graduation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of the electrical construction industry.
• Learn the basics of controls, automation, and project engineering through a comprehensive 10-week structured program.
• Take initiative in your personal and professional development.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and across various departments.
• Possess good listening skills, follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Utilize software and technology tools efficiently (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Demonstrate curiosity by asking insightful questions and seeking out learning opportunities.
• Thrive under pressure to meet deadlines and achieve project goals.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering program or a related field.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in college.
• Solid academic record (minimum GPA of 3.2).
• Strong math aptitude skills.
• Effective communicator with both verbal and written skills.
• A keen interest in building a career within the construction industry.

Dubak Electrical Group, LLC and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local commission, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.