Summer Intern - Hardware Engineer (Advanced Development)

allegion; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion is seeking a Summer Intern - Hardware Engineer (Advanced Development) at Hague Road Technical Center in Indianapolis, IN. You will support the development of embedded hardware for access control and security products within a global organization.

Responsibilities include defining requirements, schematic capture, PCB layout, testing, and integration, plus exposure to RF design and design reviews. This role offers hands-on project work and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related technology field.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in school clubs, teams, or projects.
• At least one class in basic circuit theory or design; mid-level proficiency preferred.
• Familiarity with Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD tool is a plus.
• Strong listening, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to learn and contribute to Allegion's hardware development.

Responsibilities

• Support embedded hardware development for access control and security products.
• Assist in requirements scoping, architecture, schematic capture, PCB layout, testing, and integration.
• Learn RF design considerations and participate in design reviews.
• Collaborate with a small team and attend regular project meetings.
• Develop foundational knowledge for growth within Allegion.

Skills

Leadership

Circuit design basics

Time management

Problem solving

Active listening

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering Technology

Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup's With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Summer Intern - Hardware Engineer (Advanced Development), Hague Road Technical Center - Indianapolis, Indiana

Summer Intern - Hardware Engineer is responsible for supporting the development of embedded hardware solutions for electronic access control and security products. As a Summer Intern - Hardware Engineer, you will work as part of a highly engaged small team within a global organization of more than 12,000 employees representing over 30 brands, including Schlage, Von Duprin, and LCN.

You will gain valuable experience in defining and scoping requirements for hardware, designing and documenting architecture, schematic capture, PCB layout, testing, and integration into a larger modular system. Additional opportunities include learning electronic locking systems, access control solutions, and participating in peer reviews on design and testing. The Advanced Development team focuses on innovative products that enable seamless access while helping keep people safe and secure where they work, live, and thrive. This role provides meaningful project work supporting the Advanced Development team, learning opportunities, professional development, and the opportunity to build strong relationships with peers and leaders across the organization.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do:

• Utilize tools engineering tools for schematic capture, PCB layout, simulation, and design analysis
• Gain experience in embedded hardware design and testing techniques
• Deepen your understanding of RF design and antenna considerations
• Work with a team to produce well-rounded solutions
• Participate in daily and other regular team meetings, including project teams and hardware competency
• Deepen your understanding in basic electronics and the use of electrical tools, such as a digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, and digital logic analyzers
• Obtain the experience to create a foundation for growth and future opportunities with Allegion

What You Need to Succeed:

• Pursuing a degree in a relevant discipline, e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering Technology, and Electrical Engineering Technology
• Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative, e.g. school club officer, sports team captain, resident advisor, leadership on school or work projects, etc.
• At least one class in basic circuit theory or design - preference is mid-level proficiency in circuit design
• Familiarity with Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD design tool is a plus
• Effective listening, time management and creative problem-solving techniques
• A desire to learn, grow and develop by working on projects that will impact Allegion's business and customers

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, "this is your business, run with it".

You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.

You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You'll Get from Us:

• An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands-on projects
• Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships
• Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching

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