Lab Technician Intern — Hands-on Clean Energy Hardware

generac; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac in Santa Monica, CA invites a Lab Technician Intern to join our engineering team. This hands-on role supports hardware testing, prototyping, and validation of the next generation clean energy hardware.

You will work directly with engineers in a fast-paced lab environment and gain real-world experience with production-grade products powering homes worldwide. The internship is on-site, five days a week, offering hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with basic electronics, circuits, or electrical systems.
• Familiarity with common lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies).
• Comfortable with hand tools, soldering, and assembling electrical components.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures in a lab environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain test equipment in the lab including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and electronic loads.
• Build cables, harnesses, and test fixtures to support hardware testing and validation.
• Conduct hardware tests on prototypes under engineer supervision.
• Document test setups, procedures, and results with accuracy and consistency.
• Support engineers in troubleshooting hardware issues and identifying root cause.
• Maintain lab organization, equipment calibration logs, and inventory.
• Follow lab safety protocols, including proper handling of electrical equipment and high-voltage systems.
• Take ownership of a defined project that delivers tangible value to the team by the end of the internship.

Skills

Lab equipment handling

Electrical testing

Documentation

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Job description

Generac in Santa Monica, CA invites a Lab Technician Intern to join our engineering team. This hands-on role supports hardware testing, prototyping, and validation of the next generation clean energy hardware.

You will work directly with engineers in a fast-paced lab environment and gain real-world experience with production-grade products powering homes worldwide. The internship is on-site, five days a week, offering hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and