Electrical Engineering Intern

VPT Rad; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

VPT, Inc. seeks Electrical Engineering students for a Summer 2027 internship in Blacksburg, VA. You will gain hands-on experience in both R&D and manufacturing environments, working alongside engineers who lead in avionics, military, space and industrial applications.

Interns will contribute to tasks including assisting with product development and interacting with customers and suppliers. The role offers an hourly salary range of $20–$30 as the starting pay.

Qualifications

• Experience using oscilloscopes and common electronics test equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and meet assignments in a timely manner.
• Basic electronics experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the engineering team with product development, as needed.
• Interact with customer and suppliers on a regular basis.

Skills

Oscilloscope use

Multi-tasking

Electronics basics

Tools

Oscilloscope

Job description

VPT, Inc., a global leader in providing power conversion solutions for use in avionics, military, space and industrial applications, is currently searching for Electrical Engineering students interested in obtaining a Summer 2027 internship position. This internship will provide an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both an R&D and manufacturing environment while working alongside experienced engineers who are leaders in their field.

Interns will contribute to a range of engineering tasks including:

• Assist the engineering team with product development, as needed
• Interact with customer and suppliers on a regular basis

Qualifications:

• Ability to use oscilloscopes and other common electronics test equipment
• Ability to multi-task and complete assignments in a timely manner

The ideal candidate will also have basic electronics experience.

Actual employment will be through a staffing agency of VPT's choosing.

The anticipated starting salary range for this role will be $20 - $30 / hour.

VPT, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/VET/Disability Employer