Internship, Universal Creative – Engineering & Safety, Systems Engineering (Summer 2027)

Universal Studios; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Housing assistance (possible)

Job summary

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program in Orlando offers a hands-on Systems Engineering internship with Universal Creative. You will collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams to support development, analysis, and integration of complex systems used across attractions.

Through the full systems engineering lifecycle, you will assist with requirements, modeling, integration, testing, and documentation while learning how diverse disciplines work together to design and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Graduate degree with Junior standing or higher.
• GPA minimum 2.8; transcript required.
• Problem solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze system requirements, design docs, and drawings.
• Develop and maintain system models, diagrams, and specifications.
• Participate in integration and verification activities, data collection, testing.
• Coordinate with ride, show, software, and operations disciplines for alignment.
• Support project tasks, documentation control, and test report reviews.
• Observe Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Graduate degree in pursuit

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw

MATLAB

Python

Programming basics

Job description

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:

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

JOB SUMMARY:

Help shape the systems that power world-class attractions as a Systems Engineering Intern with Universal Creative. In this role, you will collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams to support the development, analysis, and integration of complex systems used throughout themed entertainment experiences.

Through hands-on project work, you will gain exposure to the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements development and system modeling through integration and test planning. You will assist with engineering analyses, support system documentation and reviews, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help solve real-world technical challenges. This internship offers an opportunity to build practical systems engineering and problem-solving skills while learning how diverse disciplines work together to design, integrate, and deliver innovative guest experiences.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in reviewing and analyzing system requirements, design documentation, and engineering drawings.
• Supports the development and maintenance of system models, diagrams, and specifications.
• Participates in integration and verification activities, including data collection, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinates with multiple disciplines (ride, show, software, and operations) to ensure system alignment.
• Helps track project progress and documentation through various lifecycle phases.
• Provides day-to-day support for project tasks, including configuration updates, documentation control, and test report reviews.
• 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 a Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Junior or above.
• Required skillset includes problem solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Required software proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
• A transcript is required upon application.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Preferred majors include:Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
• Preferred knowledge of systems engineering principles, requirements management tools (e.g., Cameo/MagicDraw), and basic programming or scripting.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python) is a plus.

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.

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