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Automationtechies

Field Controls Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$81.70K - $105.70K/yr

ENR Top 500 Firm Seeking an entry-level (with controls internship or co-op) to 4-year field engineer interested in fast growth as a controls engineer in the Data Center and Semiconductor industry ...

Automationtechies

Field Controls Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$81.70K - $105.70K/yr

ENR Top 500 Firm Seeking an entry-level (with controls internship or co-op) to 4-year field engineer interested in fast growth as a controls engineer in the Data Center and Semiconductor industry ...

Johnson Controls

Controls Engineer II

New Freedom, PA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

MS preferred * 2-3 years of controls, automation, or related engineering experience, or an MS degree with relevant project, research, or internship experience * Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink ...

Johnson Controls

Controls Engineer II

New Freedom, PA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

MS preferred * 2-3 years of controls, automation, or related engineering experience, or an MS degree with relevant project, research, or internship experience * Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink ...

Corning

Preferred: CPA or progress toward CPA • 1-4 years of experience in financial accounting, audit, or internal controls (internships/co-ops count) • Strong proactive communication and stakeholder ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for controls internship in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectControls InternshipControls Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in engineering or related fieldBachelor's or higher in electrical, mechanical, or control engineering; often professional certification
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, learning-focused, often in manufacturing or automation companiesFull-time professional role, responsible for designing and maintaining control systems
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies hiring interns for training and development in automation and control projectsUsed by companies for ongoing control system design, implementation, and troubleshooting

The Controls Internship is an entry-level, learning-focused position for students or recent graduates, while a Controls Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems in industrial settings. Internships provide foundational experience, whereas engineers handle complex projects and system optimization.

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Project Controls Internship (2025 - 2026 Season)

Project Controls Internship (2025 - 2026 Season)

M.C. Dean, Inc

Tysons, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

M.C. Dean rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

221st of 350 rated engineering

Job description

Overview
About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence™. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
Our interns will have access to a wide range of technical fields supporting real world projects that help our customers shape the modern world. Interns will gain experience working side-by-side with experienced professionals in our labs, on project sites, or in our manufacturing facility to put their problem solving and creativity to work. Our program also offers opportunities to pursue certifications, land new skills, and network with mentors and organizational leadership.
Responsibilities
Incoming Project Controls Interns will
  • Own project planning and scheduling documentation to support project and customer requirements
  • Manage planning and scheduling support for in-house or on-site work as required
  • Assist the Project Controls Manager, Team Leads, Superintendents and the Project and Program Managers in tracking against baseline schedules and budgets
  • Prepare customer reports and presentations as required under the supervision of the Project Controls Manager
  • Assist on project proposal teams

Qualifications
Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program or higher in engineering, business, construction management, or similar field

Abilities
  • Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
  • Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
  • Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
  • Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Identify and understand the speech of another person.

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M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life-safety, instrumentation and control, and command and control systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,100 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tysons, VA, US

Year founded

1949

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