Electrical Engineering Intern (Digital Circuitry & Test Automation)

Shure Incorporated; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Intern benefits

Job summary

Shure Incorporated in Niles, IL is offering a Summer 2027 Electrical Engineering Intern position focused on digital circuitry and test automation. The twelve-week, on-site program targets undergrad/graduate students with relocation housing stipends for onsite Illinois interns.

You will assist senior staff in designing, implementing, and automated testing of circuits for wireless microphones and conferencing systems, while gaining hands-on experience in PCB assembly and test automation.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering coursework completed (2 years).
• Knowledge of digital logic, MCUs, DSPs, FPGAs, and digital components.
• Experience with Python, C, LabVIEW, or MATLAB for test scripts.
• Familiar with test equipment: oscilloscopes, power supplies, generators, multimeters.
• Ability to work independently with precision and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test scripts and frameworks for circuit validation.
• Design automated test fixtures for production and prototype testing.
• Design, simulate, and test digital circuitry.
• Develop PCB assemblies.
• Assemble prototypes.
• Program automated test sequences using measurement instruments.
• Perform validation testing at circuit, sub-system, and system levels.
• Analyze defects using data from tests.
• Document test procedures and results.
• Complete an independent design or test automation project.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Soldering

Attention to detail

Digital logic

Microcontrollers

Python

C

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Test equipment

Education

Electrical Engineering coursework (2 yrs)

Tools

Schematic CAD

PCB layout

SPICE

Git

CI/CD concepts

Job description

Electrical Engineering Intern (Digital Circuitry & Test Automation)

Job ID: 2026-5028

Category: Software Engineering

Job Locations: US-IL-Niles

Workplace Arrangement: On-site

Overview

SUMMER 2027

Shure offers a challenging, fun, and rewarding summer internship program. The twelve-week program is offered to undergraduate and graduate students. We offer internships with a variety of work arrangements from onsite interns to fully remote in US. Each intern will receive a competitive salary. Additionally, Interns who are asked to relocate to Illinois for onsite internships will receive a housing stipend to cover living expenses. Applications will be collected, reviewed, and selected candidates will be contacted in late fall/early winter.

As the Electrical Engineering Intern (Digital Circuitry & Test Automation), you will work under the close direction of senior staff on the design, implementation, and automated testing of electronic circuits for wireless microphones, signal processors, and conference systems.

This internship is on-site, based in Niles, IL.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks for circuit validation
• Designing automated test fixtures and interfaces for production and prototype testing
• Designing, simulating, and testing digital circuitry
• Developing printed circuit board assemblies
• Assembling prototypes
• Programming automated test sequences using instruments such as oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, and audio measurement systems
• Performing automated and manual validation testing at the circuit, sub-system, and system level
• Circuit defect analysis and resolution using data collected from automated test runs
• Documenting test procedures, automation frameworks, and results
• Completing an independent design or test automation project

Qualifications

• Two years of coursework in Electrical Engineering or a related area
• Basic knowledge of digital logic circuits, embedded microcontrollers, analog-to-digital converters, digital-to-analog converters, DSPs, FPGAs, and other digital components
• Basic knowledge of audio related circuits, audio systems, and audio measurement techniques
• Experience or coursework with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C, LabVIEW, or MATLAB) for writing test scripts and automation tools
• Basic knowledge of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, and multimeters
• Familiarity with instrument control interfaces (GPIB, USB, LAN) or protocols such as SCPI is a plus
• Soldering and circuitry building or repair skills
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• Experience with schematic CAD software, PCB layout, and SPICE simulation software is a plus
• Experience with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD concepts

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

WHO WE ARE

Shure's mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide - and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn't stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

Join Shure and Amplify Your Impact. Explore our unique culture and learn the key pillars that define our legacy of excellence.

THE MIX MATTERS

Don't check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you're excited about this role, believe you've got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Modeled by extensive market analysis and economic best practices, Shure offers competitive intern compensation that is reviewed and adjusted annually by our Total Rewards Team to attract, hire, and retain the industry's top intern talent. Each internship has an hourly rate which varies from $23-$43 per hour based on job function (Engineering, IT, Business, etc) and year completed in school (Junior, Masters 2nd year, PHD, etc).

WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits

• Benefits for our interns include retirement savings plans and paid time off, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, and work-life balance initiatives.

Intern Benefits At A Glance

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