Electrical Engineering Internship - 2027

NWU; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience mentorship

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Austin, TX is offering an internship for engineering students pursuing electrical engineering. You will design engineering solutions, conduct site inspections, join project meetings, and refine technical designs and documentation.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning with mentorship, real responsibilities, and exposure to client interactions. You should be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s in EE and show initiative, communication skills, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated interest through internships, volunteering, or memberships.
• Creative, methodical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering solutions for projects.
• Conduct site inspections and monitoring.
• Join project and client meetings to align on goals.
• Refine technical designs and documentation for clarity.
• Analyze reports and specifications to extract insights.
• Explore project and client management activities.
• Leverage digital tools and innovation in delivery.
• Drive sustainable outcomes for projects.
• Build connections through the Early Career Professionals Network.

Skills

Creative thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting site inspections and monitoring
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through the Early Career Professionals Network

About You

The company is looking for:

• Progress towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Demonstrated interest in the field through previous internships, volunteering, or organization memberships
• Creative thinking skills with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage confidently with clients and colleagues
• Resilient, solution-oriented mindset focused on continuous growth and delivering value
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range of $18 to $35, determined by location, education, experience, and skills
• Eligibility to participate in Mott MacDonald's 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Hybrid work policy requiring a minimum of three days per week in the Austin, TX office

Training & Development

The internship is a structured three-month program providing foundational development for a career at Mott MacDonald, including mentorship, learning experiences, and opportunities to contribute meaningfully.

Career Progression

Participants will build technical skills and develop a consultant mindset while growing with support from experienced professionals and peers.