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Electrical Engineering Intern Summer Jobs in Washington

Electrical Engineering Intern

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$18.75 - $29.75/hr

Dewberry is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work in our Fairfax, VA office. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 ...

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Electrical Engineering Intern

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$18.75 - $29.75/hr

Dewberry is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work in our Fairfax, VA office. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 ...

Job Title Electrical Engineering Intern Location Herndon, VA - Herndon, VA 20171 US (Primary) Fibertek is seeking motivated summer interns who are ready to kickstart their career and build real-world ...

Job Title Electrical Engineering Intern Location Herndon, VA - Herndon, VA 20171 US (Primary) Fibertek is seeking motivated summer interns who are ready to kickstart their career and build real-world ...

Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 Job Category: Intern/Co-op Time Type: Part time Minimum Clearance ... CACI is seeking talented, creative, and highly motivated Aerospace Engineering/Electrical ...

C. office for Summer 2027 , you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all. Here's why we ...

Fibertek is seeking motivated summer interns who are ready to kickstart their career and build real-world experience. The ideal intern for Fibertek will be enthusiastic and collaborative. The interns ...

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How much do electrical engineering intern summer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for electrical engineering intern summer in Washington is $24.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $27.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an electrical engineering intern summer?

An Electrical Engineering Intern Summer job is a temporary position for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in electrical engineering. Interns typically assist with designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems, components, or circuits under the supervision of experienced engineers. They may work on projects related to power systems, electronics, signal processing, or embedded systems. The role helps interns develop technical skills, industry knowledge, and professional experience, which can be valuable for future career opportunities.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as an electrical engineering intern during the summer?

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you can expect to gain exposure to real-world engineering projects such as assisting with circuit design, running simulations, testing prototypes, and preparing technical documentation. Interns often collaborate closely with experienced engineers, participate in team meetings, and may be involved in troubleshooting or validating systems in lab settings. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into industry practices and helps interns apply classroom knowledge to practical challenges. Additionally, the internship offers opportunities to develop professional relationships and can be a stepping stone toward full-time roles after graduation.

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

To thrive as an Electrical Engineering Intern Summer, you should have a solid understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, strong analytical abilities, and be actively pursuing a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, circuit simulation tools, and basic lab equipment is commonly expected, while some roles may value exposure to programming languages like MATLAB or Python. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team help you stand out. These capabilities are essential for successfully contributing to hands-on engineering projects and collaborating with professionals in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Engineering Intern Summer job openings in Washington as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,039 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Electrical Engineering Intern

Fairfax, VA • On-site

Dewberry
Civil Engineering Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees

$18.75 - $29.75/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 3 days ago

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Dewberry rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Dewberry is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work in our Fairfax, VA office. 

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that haveinspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.


This individual will work in a multi-discipline, team environment with primary responsibility of assisting with the design and production of electrical construction documents for commercial and institutional projects as well as the design of building systems (power distribution and lighting) and life safety plans for office buildings, residential, health care, educational, federal, commercial and institutional projects. 


  • Currently pursuing a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering required
  • Knowledge or interest in using AutoCAD 2D and 3D, and Revit MEP
  • Proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel
  • Must possess excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So, if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities. 

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. 

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. 

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.


$18.75/hour - $29.75/hour. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.


Summer Intern Program  

During the summer intern program, interns gain hands-on project experience, develop technical skills, and put their classroom knowledge into action. Our interns are assigned meaningful work and are given the opportunity to work on projects similar to what they would be engaging with as a full-time employee. 

Our interns get the opportunity to participate in a series of workshops and events, including: 

  • Networking opportunities to meet other interns, staff, and senior leaders across the business. 
  • Learning about our services, projects, and clients. 
  • Professional development workshops, including a career planning workshop and a DiSC assessment to learn more about themselves and how to work effectively with others. 
  • Summer-long group project where interns work alongside firm leaders to address issues that will impact our future strategy. 

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