Internship – Controls Engineering, Epic Universe (Summer 2027)

Universal Orlando; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Housing assistance (if applicable)

Job summary

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program in Orlando is seeking an Engineering Intern to assist Controls Engineering management with documentation, presentations, and technical data development.

You will use Excel, Word, AutoCAD, and various controls software (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff) to develop items and support archival tasks. The role emphasizes learning PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and commissioning basics as part of the engineering team.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing an accredited degree in Engineering or related field.
• GPA acceptable per program requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot control systems at varying attractions.
• Review test documentation and witnesses where applicable.
• Create guidelines for troubleshooting, lessons learned and best practices.
• Support EH&S responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Problem-Solving

Presentation skills

Education

Pursuing Associate/Bachelor/Graduate degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Beckhoff

Job description

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:

• Applications Close:October 26, 2026, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible — don’t delay!
• Summer 2027 Program Dates: Approximately May 2027 — August 2027.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Engineering Intern will perform tasks as directed by the Controls Engineering management team. These tasks will include:

• Development of Engineering drawings/documentation.
• Development of PowerPoint presentations of technical data and for business planning.
• Support the day-to-day efforts within Tech Services Engineering including generating Code Changes, Acceptance Test Plans, Code Compares and device comparisons.

The Intern will use Excel, Word, AutoCAD, and varying Controls Software (Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.) based on the ride area that they are supporting as part of the development of the above items. The Intern will also support other Engineering-related tasks and other theme park related tasks, including support of documentation archival.

Learning Goals:

• Develop an understanding of presentations developed from an Engineering and/or Business aspect.
• Ability to properly document engineering systems that can be understood by a variety of audiences from Hourly to Exempt Team Members
• Learn the fundamentals for Control Systems from PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, Servo Motors, etc.
• Establish an understanding of Engineering commissioning support including troubleshooting, test and adjust period and proper change documentation.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties and Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshooting control systems at varying attractions
• Test Documentation review and witnessing
• Guideline creation for Troubleshooting, Lessons Learned, and Best Practices
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
• A transcript is required upon application.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Preferred majors include: Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent Engineering, Engineering Technology degree, or similar.
• Preferred coursework completed: Math; Electrical Systems; Engineering Design; Electrical Circuit
• Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency is required.
• Control-system experience is preferred but not required.
• Introduction to Engineering Technologies.
• Problem-Solving skills.
• Understanding and skills in the development of presentations.

Please note the following:

• This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
• Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2027.
• Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
• All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable.

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

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