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What is an electrical engineer summer?

Electrical Engineer Summer jobs are temporary positions, typically internships, offered to students or recent graduates during the summer months. These roles provide hands-on experience in electrical engineering tasks such as circuit design, testing, project support, and troubleshooting. Summer electrical engineering interns work under the supervision of experienced engineers, helping them gain practical skills and industry knowledge while contributing to real-world projects. These positions are valuable for building resumes, making professional connections, and exploring potential career paths in electrical engineering.

What is the difference between Electrical Engineer Summer vs Electrical Engineer Intern?

AspectElectrical Engineer SummerElectrical Engineer Intern
CredentialsTypically enrolled in an electrical engineering program; may require some coursework completionUsually undergraduate students in electrical engineering or related fields
Work EnvironmentFull-time or part-time summer position, often in industry or corporate settingsInternship, often part-time or temporary, in similar environments
ResponsibilitiesAssist with design, testing, and project work; more independent tasksSupport tasks, learning, and observation; limited responsibility
DurationTypically 8-12 weeks during summerUsually 10-12 weeks during summer

Electrical Engineer Summer roles are more advanced, often requiring some coursework completion, and involve more independent work. Intern positions are designed for students gaining initial industry exposure with limited responsibilities. Both roles provide valuable experience but differ mainly in level of responsibility and experience required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electrical engineer summer intern?

To excel as an Electrical Engineer Summer Intern, you generally need a foundation in electrical engineering principles, ongoing enrollment in a related degree program, and familiarity with circuit design and analysis. Experience using technical tools such as MATLAB, AutoCAD, and simulation software, as well as exposure to industry standards, is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication help interns stand out when collaborating on projects and presenting findings. These skills and qualifications enable interns to contribute meaningfully to engineering teams and adapt quickly to real-world industry challenges.

What does an electrical engineer summer do?

As an Electrical Engineer Summer intern, you can expect to work on a range of projects that support ongoing engineering initiatives, such as assisting with circuit design, testing prototypes, or helping to troubleshoot technical issues. You'll often collaborate with full-time engineers, participate in team meetings, and may be given independent tasks or research assignments. The work environment is typically fast-paced and encourages learning, with mentors available to provide guidance. These internships are designed to give you hands-on experience and expose you to the practical challenges faced in electrical engineering roles.
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Intern/Co-op - Refining Electrical Engineering (Spring 2027)

Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Salt Lake City, UT

$32.92/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Marathon Petroleum rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 202 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 86 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:

As an Electrical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team. You will also gain knowledge of various aspects of a refinery by working with a team of professionals who run a specific portion of the refining process. Most often, Electrical Engineers will have an opportunity to work on more than one area of the refinery, leading to a broad understanding of how the plant operates. Finally, you will have the opportunity to expand your written and verbal presentation skills in a professional work environment.

The majority of Electrical Engineering co-ops and interns enter into the following positions:

Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Project Engineerswork on a variety of real-world electrical and instrumentation projects in a refinery setting. During your time at MPC, you will develop and utilize project management skills including scope alignment, cost and schedule development, and teamwork through multiple engineering phases. You will also support the area teams. We are committed to developing engineers into professional project managers who successfully manage projects of all sizes.

Reliability Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineerstroubleshoot Electrical & Instrumentation issues at the refinery. As a reliability intern, you will help analyze failures of equipment, develop solutions for recurring equipment difficulties, submit Project Request Forms (PRF's) to implement solutions, and understand equipment maintenance strategies. There will be opportunities to use electrical analysis software to solve coordination issues and run Arc Flash studies for the power system, as well as learning and understanding about how our critical Refinery Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) are applied.

Process Control / Technical Service Engineerscan work on a wide array of projects in support of the process control systems installed throughout the refinery and products movements areas. The process control systems in the refinery provide real-time control and data acquisition functions in support of operating the refinery process and electrical equipment. Typical college co-op assignments include the following: troubleshooting system power supply problems, control system programming, hardware and software lifecycle replacement projects, installing and troubleshooting communication networks and monitoring control system performance metrics.

Qualifications:

  • Candidates must be majoring in Electrical Engineering
  • Strong academic performance
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters
  • Availability for multiple work terms is preferred
  • A valid driver's license is required
  • Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program
  • Military experience a plus
  • MIN - $32.92 per hour / MAX - $41.67 per hour

Learn more about Marathon Petroleum's benefits at www.mympcbenefits.com

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00020139

Pay Min/Max:

$0.00 - $999.99 Hourly

Grade:

HRLY1

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Additional locations:

Anacortes, Washington, Canton, Ohio, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Detroit, Michigan, El Paso, Texas, Garyville, Louisiana, Kenai, Alaska, Mandan, North Dakota, Martinez, California, Robinson, Illinois, Salt Lake City, Utah, St Paul Park, Minnesota, Texas City, Texas, Wilmington, California

Education:

High School (Required)

Employee Group:

Part time

Employee Subgroup:

Intern

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available atmympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.


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About Marathon Petroleum

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation, headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, US, is a leading independent petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company. Their official website can be found at marathonpetroleum.com. The company, part of the energy sector, was established in 1887, making it one of the oldest petroleum companies in the US. It operates an integrated refining, marketing and transportation system concentrated primarily in the Midwest, Northeast, East Coast, Southeast and Gulf Coast of the United States. This includes refineries, pipelines, and terminals that process and transport crude oil and refined products.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Findlay, OH, US

Year founded

1887