Computer Engineering Intern Jobs in Guelph, ON (NOW HIRING)

Shaping the future through innovation and discovery!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

We are actively seeking a RF, Power & High-Voltage Engineering Intern who will gain hands-on experience working with real satellite communication hardware, RF power amplifiers, and high-voltage systems. The RF, Power & High-Voltage Engineering Intern will receive mentorship from experience RF, power and systems engineers and gain exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from design through testing and production. This intern will have access to professional RF & high-voltage test labs and industry-standard design tools while working in a collaborative, engineering-driven work environment within a multidisciplinary team.

Candidates should demonstrate a basic understanding of the engineering design process, be able to solve new and unfamiliar problems, and work collaboratively as part of a team. Engineering Interns must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline.

Position Description:

• Support the design and testing of RF and microwave circuits for satellite communication systems
• Assist with RF power amplifier development, including biasing, matching networks, and performance characterization
• Support high-voltage and power electronics design activities, including power supplies and bias networks
• Participate in schematic development, PCB layout support, and prototype bring-up
• Perform RF, power, and high-voltage measurements using lab equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters)
• Assist with troubleshooting, failure analysis, and test data evaluation
• Contribute to technical documentation, test procedures, and reports
• Collaborate with RF, power, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering teams
• Other duties as required.

Position Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3rd or 4th year of undergraduate studies or enrolled in a Graduate Program.
• RF fundamentals: Understanding of RF transmitter power, receiver sensitivity, impedance matching, and signal integrity.
• Digital testing: Familiarity with high-speed digital circuits, firmware flashing, and digital signal processors (DSPs).
• Lab instrumentation: Experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.
• Soldering and PCB troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and repair circuit boards, including hands-on soldering.
• Programming: Knowledge of scripting languages e.g., Python or MATLAB.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills

Security

• Must meet all CGP requirements

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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