Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer

Carrier; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support the design, validation, and sustainment of embedded electronic controls used in Commercial HVAC and Building Automation. You will work with experienced engineers on product development, laboratory testing, and cost-reduction initiatives.

You will gain hands-on experience with embedded controls, sensors, connectivity, manufacturing support, and product lifecycle management, while learning best practices for safety, reliability, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Coursework in circuit analysis, electronics, embedded systems, controls, or power systems.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB design tools, or CAD software.
• Basic programming experience in C, C++, Python.
• Knowledge of microcontrollers, sensors, communication interfaces, or control systems.
• Interest in HVAC systems, building automation, connected products, or embedded electronics.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical engineers in the design, development, and validation of commercial HVAC control products.
• Assist with laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and product validation activities.
• Build, assemble, and modify prototype hardware, test fixtures, and evaluation platforms.
• Conduct proof-of-concept experiments and document engineering test results.
• Assist in creating engineering documentation including test reports, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications, drawings, and design records.
• Support sustaining engineering activities for released products, including investigation of quality, manufacturing, supplier, and field issues.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Supplier teams to implement product improvements.
• Assist with Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), documentation updates, and product release activities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze engineering data to support technical and business decisions.
• Learn and apply engineering best practices related to safety, reliability, regulatory compliance, and product development processes.
• Present project findings, results, and recommendations to engineering teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication

Circuit analysis

Embedded systems

Controls

Power systems

C/C++ programming

Python

PCB design

Schematic capture

Microcontrollers

HVAC interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Logic analyzers

Power supplies

CAD software

PCB design tools

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

Role Purpose

The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the design, validation, and sustainment of embedded electronic controls used in Commercial HVAC and Building Automation applications. Working closely with experienced engineers, the intern will gain hands-on experience in product development, laboratory testing, troubleshooting, sustaining engineering, and cost reduction initiatives while contributing to real-world commercial HVAC control projects. This position provides exposure to embedded controls, sensors, connectivity technologies, manufacturing support, and product lifecycle management.

Role Responsibilities

• Support electrical engineers in the design, development, and validation of commercial HVAC control products.
• Assist with laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and product validation activities.
• Build, assemble, and modify prototype hardware, test fixtures, and evaluation platforms.
• Conduct proof-of-concept experiments and document engineering test results.
• Assist in creating engineering documentation including test reports, Bills of Material (BOMs), specifications, drawings, and design records.
• Support sustaining engineering activities for released products, including investigation of quality, manufacturing, supplier, and field issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities for product and process improvements.
• Assist with cost reduction and value engineering projects through component evaluations, alternate part qualification, and design optimization activities.
• Support component obsolescence management by researching and validating replacement components.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Supplier teams to implement product improvements.
• Assist with Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), documentation updates, and product release activities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze engineering data to support technical and business decisions.
• Learn and apply engineering best practices related to safety, reliability, regulatory compliance, and product development processes.
• Present project findings, results, and recommendations to engineering teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Coursework in circuit analysis, electronics, embedded systems, controls, or power systems.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB design tools, or CAD software.
• Basic programming experience in C, C++, Python, or similar languages.
• Knowledge of microcontrollers, sensors, communication interfaces, or control systems.
• Interest in HVAC systems, building automation, connected products, or embedded electronics.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $43,500.00 - $87,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

Thisposition may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for Carrier benefits.

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days fromJobPosting Date: 9 October 2026

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