Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineering Summer Intern

Jacobs; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs invites engineering interns to work with our Water team on municipal and industrial water and wastewater projects. You’ll learn instrumentation, controls, and automation through hands-on tasks on real facilities, mentored by experienced engineers.

You will join a multidisciplinary group and contribute to project design, documentation, and field support while developing practical skills for a career in engineering.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
• Must be enrolled and returning to school after internship.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and modification of P&IDs.
• Support specification and selection of process instrumentation and field devices.
• Gain exposure to PLC- and SCADA-based control systems.
• Assist with control system architecture and industrial network designs.
• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, and design documents.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in design reviews, meetings, and field investigations.
• Assist with construction support, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Learn industry standards and quality processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors in engineering

Electrical/Chemical/Mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PLCs/SCADA exposure

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we don’t settle - always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look toward the future with optimism and purpose. We don’t settle until we’ve given our best and know we’re making a difference.

Our Water team delivers innovative solutions that help communities provide safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater services. We are seeking an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineering Intern who is excited to learn, contribute, and gain hands‑on experience supporting critical infrastructure projects that improve and protect the communities we serve.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers on municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, and related infrastructure projects. You'll gain exposure to the design and implementation of instrumentation, controls, and automation systems that help facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Through mentorship and real project experience, you’ll develop technical skills while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and designers.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the development and modification of Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Support the specification and selection of process instrumentation, analyzers, control valves, and field devices.
• Gain exposure to PLC- and SCADA-based control systems used in water and wastewater facilities.
• Assist with control system architecture and industrial communication network designs.
• Support the preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and field investigations.
• Assist with construction support, commissioning, and startup activities as needed.
• Learn industry standards, engineering best practices, and quality processes.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

Here's what you'll need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university program and returning to school following the internship.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Ideally, you will also have

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Exposure to PLCs, SCADA systems, industrial automation, or process controls through coursework, projects, or previous internships.
• Interest in municipal infrastructure, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and industrial process systems.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or plans to pursue EIT after graduation.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.
• Forward‑thinking mindset with a desire to contribute innovative ideas.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about.

Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $42,000.00 to $62,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 27, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.