Hands-On Protection & Automation Intern — Spring 2027

Siemens Mobility; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Protection & Automation Electrical Engineering Intern for Spring 2027, based in Wendell, NC. The program runs part-time (up to 29 hours/week) and requires being within 50 miles of Wendell, US work authorization, and ongoing enrollment in a related degree.

The role includes hands-on work with protection relays, schematics, digital twins, and microgrid projects. Gain practical experience across engineering design, field testing, and testing automation within Siemens’ EA and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field and approaching completion of the required educational credentials for this opportunity.
• Ability to work part-time (up to 29 hours per week) for the duration of the spring 2027 semester.
• Eligible candidates must be located within 50 miles of Wendell, NC, as this role does not provide relocation support.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
• On-site requirement will vary based on team placement, as will expected working hours.
• This internship is a structured experiential learning program for individuals currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program who will continue their studies following the assignment. Current and continuing enrollment is a condition of participation. Applicants who have completed or expect to complete their educational program before or during the assignment period are encouraged to explore our Early Career Development Program opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of protection relays, RTUs, and HMIs.
• Supporting engineering design processes by working with AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, signal lists, and communication network diagrams.
• Using digital twin technology to simulate and test protection relay signals in a virtual environment.
• Contributing to projects involving microgrids and renewable technologies, including photovoltaic and battery storage systems.
• Supporting the development of customer proposals by learning how technical scope translates into engineering effort, cost, and deliverables.
• Assisting with post-delivery project support, including warranty, issue resolution, and customer case coordination.
• Gaining hands-on experience with testing automation panels, supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), and working in the Power & Automation laboratory.
• Building familiarity with Siemens electrical equipment including switchgear, MCCs, breakers, transformers, and related systems.

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Siemens is seeking a Protection & Automation Electrical Engineering Intern for Spring 2027, based in Wendell, NC. The program runs part-time (up to 29 hours/week) and requires being within 50 miles of Wendell, US work authorization, and ongoing enrollment in a related degree.

The role includes hands-on work with protection relays, schematics, digital twins, and microgrid projects. Gain practical experience across engineering design, field testing, and testing automation within Siemens’ EA and