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Job Summary Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Summer Electrical Engineer Intern for our Bridgeton, MO facility. This role will support the design, fabrication and modification of electrical and ...

Job Summary Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Summer Electrical Engineer Intern for our Bridgeton, MO facility. This role will support the design, fabrication and modification of electrical and ...

Share insights into real-world electrical engineering workflows, design practices, testing ... We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time. Equal Opportunity We are ...

Electrical Engineering Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Our Summer Internship Program is designed for ambitious students who want hands-on experience in ... Huntsman Corporation (HUN) What You'll Do As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you may: * Support ...

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How much do summer electrical engineering opt jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer electrical engineering opt in the United States is $111,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Electrical Engineering Opt vs Summer Electrical Engineering Intern?

AspectSummer Electrical Engineering OptSummer Electrical Engineering Intern
CredentialsTypically requires enrollment in an electrical engineering programUsually students pursuing electrical engineering degrees
Work EnvironmentProject-based, research, or lab settings during summerHands-on tasks in industry or corporate offices
Employer UsageUniversities, research labs, or industry partnersCorporations, engineering firms, or manufacturing companies
Search IntentComparing summer research or academic opportunitiesLooking for summer industry experience or internships

The Summer Electrical Engineering Opt typically focuses on academic or research-oriented summer programs for students, often involving research or specialized projects. In contrast, the Summer Electrical Engineering Intern usually involves industry-based work experience, providing practical skills in a corporate environment. Both roles target students but differ mainly in work setting and purpose.

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Infographic showing various Summer Electrical Engineering Opt job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,091 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

2027 Summer Electrical Engineering Intern- Raleigh

Hitachi Careers

Raleigh, NC • Hybrid

$17 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Hitachi rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

271st of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Job Description:

At Hitachi Energy, you can work with purpose from the very start of your career. Whether you're a student or a recent graduate, you'll have the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges and contribute to innovative projects that inspire the next era of sustainable energy. Our inclusive environment fosters growth, learning, and collaboration, empowering you to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Our internships are designed to first and foremost act as a learning experience for students. Interns are valued members of our team and are assigned meaningful work that supports their growth, as well as our company goals. We encourage our interns to challenge the status quo, drive innovation through new ideas, and collaborate with our global community of employees.

How our internship applications work:

We know that applying for multiple internships can be overwhelming, so we've simplified the process.

Please apply to one internship role based on your major and location. When you apply to one of these job listings, our recruiting team reviews your application and matches you to the most relevant internship within that category.

Please note: You only need to apply to one internship posting to be considered for multiple roles. Please apply for the job posting that is most closely related to your major.

Role could include positions like Design Engineer, R&D Engineering, Supply Chain, Power Systems, Distribution Transformers, Quality & Continuous Improvement

This Summer internship is a 12 week program that will take place in our office in Raleigh, NC. It may be a hybrid or fully in office schedule.

Internships are:

  • 12-week learning journey 
  • Full-time, paid summer position 
  • Opportunities available across all our major USA locations 
  • Comprehensive program of meaningful projects where you can make a real impact
  • Impactful and meaningful challenges to solve through real work
  • Opportunity to build a diverse network and gain hands-on experience Internship

Your Background:

  • Obtaining a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Ability to work across cultures.
  • Good conceptual and analytical thinking
  • Effective working within a team.
  • Self-motivated and ability to work independently.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.


Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.


Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.


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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

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