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Project Engineer Internship

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Participate in and maintain document and project control systems and procedures. * Attend project ... Project Engineer- Skills, Experience & Personality Fit * Comfort with working at a job site and ...

Project Engineer Internship

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Participate in and maintain document and project control systems and procedures. * Attend project ... Project Engineer- Skills, Experience & Personality Fit * Comfort with working at a job site and ...

Project Engineer Internship

Woodburn, OR ยท On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Quality Control * Support QC processes and verification * Manage submittals and RFIs * Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers * Track project costs What You'll Need * Junior standing in ...

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How much do control engineer internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for control engineer internship in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a control engineer internship?

A Control Engineer Internship is a temporary position where interns assist in designing, developing, and improving control systems for industrial processes, automation, or machinery. Interns typically work with sensors, controllers, and software to optimize system performance. They may also analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with engineers to implement solutions. This role provides hands-on experience with control theory, programming (e.g., PLCs, MATLAB), and hardware integration. It is ideal for engineering students seeking practical experience in automation and control systems.

What kind of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as a control engineer intern?

As a Control Engineer Intern, you may assist in designing, modeling, and testing control systems for industrial automation or manufacturing processes. Typical tasks include supporting the implementation of PLC programs, analyzing system data, troubleshooting equipment, and contributing to process optimization initiatives. You may also participate in team meetings, collaborate with senior engineers, and help document technical solutions. This hands-on experience is designed to give you exposure to real-world engineering projects, helping you build valuable skills for a future career in control engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the control engineer internship position, and why are they important?

A successful Control Engineer Intern should possess strong analytical abilities, a foundational understanding of control systems theory, and be actively pursuing a degree in electrical, mechanical, or a related engineering field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLC programming platforms, and SCADA systems is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication help interns contribute meaningfully to engineering projects. These competencies ensure the intern can learn quickly, perform technical tasks accurately, and collaborate efficiently in a professional engineering environment.

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Project Engineer Internship

Trio Electric

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

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Job description

TRIO Electric – Project Engineer Intern
Location: Fully onsite in office in Houston, TX
This entry-level Project Engineer Intern role is designed to give you maximum exposure to both our field and office operations. The training program is expected to last between 10 to 12 weeks, depending on your availability/school schedule.  After graduation, assuming you receive a full time offer, a Project Manager is the most common next step (this promotion path normally takes 3 years but can be quicker, depending on YOU and your pace), you’ll have the chance to explore other exciting opportunities within our different departments.
Project Engineer – What You Will Do
You will play a pivotal part in supporting our team of Project Managers and making sure construction projects are running smoothly from start to finish.
  • Support and maintain data, information, communications, and approvals required by project and company requirements between owner, contractors/subcontractors, or other project-related entities
  • Participate in and maintain document and project control systems and procedures.
  • Attend project meetings to include documentation, administration, and tracking of relevant information and statuses
  • Obtain, track, and document contractor and subcontractor contractual requirements (and construction plans and specs) on areas of safety, performance, project staff, and equipment as directed by project manager
  • Assist in project closeout procedures
You will support multiple projects concurrently. You will work in the office and out in the field (estimated 70% of your time will be performed in the field or on job sites). No overnight travel.
 Project Engineer–  Skills, Experience & Personality Fit
  • Comfort with working at a job site and travel to a variety of project locations 
  • You strive for excellence – you want to do BETTER
  • You enjoy communicating with many different people - a people management career 
  • Organization skills – you enjoy coodinating mulitple teams and projects simultaniously 
  • A basic understanding of the construction life cycle from estimation or bid-through project completion (you might have, not required)

 

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