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Controls Internship Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

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 ...

Controls Engineer 3

Mapleton, IL · On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

Associate's or bachelor's with 5 years, no degree 7+years Do you accept internships as job ... Controls/Automation Engineer Top 3 Skills Allen-Bradley PLC programming HMI programming Fanuc ...

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How much do controls internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 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.

What is the difference between Controls Internship vs Controls Engineer?

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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Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Full Circle Recruiting, LLC.

Houston, TX • On-site

$40 - $50/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Houston, TX | Full-Time | Salary Range: $40/hr – $50/hr ($83,200k-$104,000k) DOE
Summary: Client is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer who is responsible for supporting and actively participating in detailed I&C design activities in a variety of off-shore and on-shore projects.
As a successful candidate, you will support senior and mid-level engineers in the preparation of engineering deliverables such as Instrument Datasheets, Cable Schedules, Instrument Indexes, and I/O Lists. You will assist in the development of design drawings such as PLC Panel Layout Drawings, Junction Box Layout Drawings, Wiring Diagrams, and Instrument Installation Details, under guidance and supervision.
In this position, you will interface with project managers and other disciplines that ensure accuracy and consistency across engineering packages, from the design to the construction phase.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
·     Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program.
·     0–5 years of related experience in Instrumentation and Controls (internship or co-op experience acceptable).
·     Basic familiarity with control valve and relief valve sizing concepts; experience with vendor software is a plus.
·     Exposure to tools such as Fisher Valve Specification Manager, Emerson PRV2Size, or FE-Sizer is preferred but not required.
·     Ability and willingness to complete Tropical Helicopter Underwater Escape Training as required by project or client needs.
·     Familiarity with common instrumentation vendors such as Rosemount, Fisher, Kimray, Norriseal, Anderson Greenwood, Wika, Ashcroft, and Enardo is a plus.
·     Basic awareness of industry standards such as API 520, API 521, API 12F, API 2000, and AGA No. 3.
***Work authorization: must be a US citizen or not require sponsorship