Electrical Engineering Intern

Danfoss GmbH; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Danfoss Power Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is on-site in Plymouth, MN, part-time (~20 hours per week) with a pay rate of $20–$25 per hour.

The internship offers hands-on experience in electrical design, testing, documentation, and PCB layout, with exposure to EMC/ESD testing and real-world electronics development. Join a global energy company committed to sustainable engineering.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering program, with junior status or higher.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of equipment: digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, PC data acquisition hardware, inspection equipment, signal generators, power supplies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Motivated self-starter who is willing to tackle all aspects of electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Applies advanced engineering skills regarding electrical design, analysis and problem solving.
• Conduct product functional testing and product analysis as needed.
• Perform qualification testing of the finished product - including EMC, ESD, electrical transient and HALT testing.
• Create engineering documentation.
• When opportunities come up, perform schematic design using engineering principles and advanced math concepts.
• When opportunities come up, create PCB layouts with a complete understanding of the impact of traces, vias, planes layers and component placement.
• No business travel anticipated.

Skills

Electrical engineering student

Mechanical drawings

Electrical schematics

Problem solving

Technical writing

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Electrical Engineering program enrollment (undergraduate)

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

PC data acquisition hardware

Inspection equipment

Signal generators

Power supplies

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Electrical Engineering Intern

Req ID: 51272 Job Location: Plymouth, MN, US Employment Type: Part Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type: On-site Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Looking for a great opportunity to gain experience with a Global Sustainable Energy company? Our Danfoss Power Solutions site in Plymouthis seeking a part-time (~20 hours per week) Electrical Engineering Intern for the 2026-2027 school year.

This is an onsite position that pays $20-$25/per hour.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Applies advanced engineering skills regarding electrical design, analysis and problem solving.
• Conduct product functional testing and product analysis as needed.
• Perform qualification testing of the finished product - including EMC, ESD, electrical transient and HALT testing.
• Create engineering documentation.
• When opportunities come up, perform schematic design using engineering principles and advanced math concepts.
• When opportunities come up, create PCB layouts with a complete understanding of the impact of traces, vias, planes layers and component placement.
• No business travel anticipated.

What We're Looking For

• Current enrollment in an Electrical Engineering Program, with Junior status or higher
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of the following equipment: digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, PC data acquisition hardware, inspection equipment, signal generators, power supplies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong technical writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Motivated self-starter who is willing to tackle all aspects of electrical engineering

What You'll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.