Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Intern

Achievers Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Chicago is offering an Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Internship. Interns will gain hands-on experience with UL Listed panelboards, supporting design documentation and working on real product development projects. The role requires a Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with skills in AutoCAD and SolidWorks. This internship provides a solid foundation in compliance standards and engineering processes, with a competitive pay rate of $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Incoming Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Coursework in power systems, circuits, controls, or mechanical design preferred.
• Experience with CAD software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and documentation of UL Listed panelboards.
• Create and update bills of materials (BOMs) and drawings.
• Assist with documentation for UL certification.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Intern

TWG Warehouse Services | A Division of The Will Group

TWG Warehouse Services, part of The Will Group, is looking for an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Intern who wants more than just a desk assignment. This is a hands‑on opportunity to work on real electrical infrastructure products.

Why This Internship Matters

You’ll gain exposure to UL certification processes, panelboard design, manufacturing readiness, and infrastructure‑focused engineering within a growing organization. This is meaningful, resume‑building experience in the power distribution and lighting space.

About Us

Founded in 2008, TWG Warehouse Services provides manufacturing, electrical assembly, warehousing, packaging, and project coordination services. As part of The Will Group, we operate under the philosophy “Where There’s A Will, There’s A Way,” fostering ingenuity, ownership, and creative problem‑solving across every project. Our work supports critical infrastructure throughout the region.

What You’ll Work On

This internship focuses on supporting the design, documentation, and production readiness of UL Listed panelboards. You will work directly with engineering leadership on real product development initiatives, gaining exposure to electrical distribution equipment, compliance standards, and manufacturing processes. You will also contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including ISO 9001 processes. This is not a theoretical internship. You will contribute to products that move into production.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design and documentation of UL Listed panelboards
• Create and update bills of materials (BOMs), drawings, and engineering change documentation
• Assist with documentation required for UL certification and compliance
• Participate in product testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Update CAD drawings and schematics
• Help develop SOPs, installation manuals, and technical submittals
• Contribute to quality initiatives aligned with ISO 9001
• Identify opportunities for product improvement and manufacturability enhancements

What We’re Looking For

• Incoming Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or graduating May 2026
• Coursework in power systems, circuits, controls, or mechanical design preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a manufacturing‑focused environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Good Faith Salary Range

The hourly rate for this intern position is $20.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.