Electrical Engineer Internship (Summer 2027)

Cognitioworld; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognitioworld in Bloomington, IL is seeking an engineering intern to apply classroom knowledge to defense programs, including airborne mission computers, radar processing systems, and stores management hardware. You will collaborate with experienced teams on technical projects, contribute to solutions for national security missions, and engage in research-oriented work with award-winning professionals.

U.S. citizenship and eligibility for access to classified information are preferred.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited degree program in engineering fields; sophomores or higher preferred.
• Understanding of engineering technology and electrical hardware development processes.
• Experience with circuit analysis, simulations, and lab troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Apply classroom-learned skills to defense programs including airborne mission computers, display processing computers, stores management systems, and radar processing systems.
• Work collaboratively with teams on technical programs aligned with the core mission.
• Contribute to solutions that support national security missions.
• Engage in research-oriented work alongside award-winning teams.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Circuit understanding

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Perseverance

Security awareness

Education

Enrollment in accredited engineering degree program (Sophomore+)

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Apply classroom-learned skills to support defense programs including airborne mission computers, display processing computers, stores management systems, and radar processing systems.
• Work collaboratively with teams on technical programs aligned with the core mission.
• Contribute to solutions that support national security missions.
• Engage in research-oriented work alongside award-winning teams.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related scientific or technical discipline, preferably sophomore standing or higher.
• Thorough understanding of engineering technology.
• Interest in electrical hardware development processes.
• Experience with circuit analysis, simulations, and troubleshooting from classroom and lab work.
• Ability to persevere through challenges with minimal direction.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance preferred at time of hire; applicants must meet eligibility for access to classified information.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• The hourly pay range for this internship is $30–$40per hour, depending on the candidate’s current standing in school (i.e. sophomore, senior).
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work (9/80 schedule).
• Recognition and rewards for contributions.