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Electrical Engineer Intern - Communications - Summer 2027

Carpentersville, ILOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-level$18–$18 /hrPosted 9 days ago

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Required skills

  • BSEE
  • junior or senior year
  • Electrical Circuits
  • Schematics
  • Altium CAD

Role summary

OTTO Communications is seeking an Electrical Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to support their Communications Division. The intern will gain experience in PCB schematic creation using Altium CAD, building and testing circuits, debugging, data analysis, and participating in the product development process. This role requires current enrollment in an Electrical Engineering program (BSEE), familiarity with basic electrical circuits and schematics, and strong communication skills. The position is 100% on-site and offers an hourly rate of $18.00.

Electrical Engineer Intern - Communications - Summer 2027

OTTO’s opportunity:

OTTO Communications designs and manufactures innovative communications and power management accessories for two-way radio products for demanding and mission-critical applications. For over 65 years, OTTO's products have been recognized for excellence by the military, law enforcement, public safety agencies, and retail and commercial customers worldwide.

The Electrical Engineer Intern will perform a variety of duties to support the Engineering team for the Communications Division.

Specifically, the Electrical Engineer Intern will:

  • Create or modify PCB schematics using Altium CAD tool
  • Build and test breadboard circuits
  • Debug circuits, gather and present data
  • Learn and participate in the Product Development Process
  • Create Engineering Change Notices
  • Assist with other related duties as required or assigned

What you’ll need to bring to the table:

  • Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering program pursuing a BSEE
  • Completed basic Electrical Engineering classes - going into junior or senior year
  • Familiarity with basic Electrical Circuits and Schematics
  • A strong desire to learn
  • Good communication skills
  • 100% on-site

What OTTO offers for this specific position:

  • Hourly rate: $18.00 per hour

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