Undergraduate Intern – Electrical Engineer - Winter 2027
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · Posted Nov 11, 2026
- Richland, Washington, United States
- Intern
- $17–$27 per hour
Lead key tasks and support interdisciplinary projects in the Environmental Sensors team, focusing on advanced sensor design, testing, data acquisition, processing, and reporting.
Compensation
USD $17.13/Hr. Maximum Salary USD $27.02/Hr.
Responsibilities
- Develop advanced sensing systems for earth system science and renewable energy
- Study and mitigate environmental impact of wind energy by detecting and tracking bats and birds using radio telemetry
- Study environmental impact of conventional hydropower and marine renewable energy systems by detecting and tracking fish or other animals using underwater acoustic telemetry
- Design and test advanced sensors, perform digital signal acquisition in laboratory settings, process and analyze data, assist with report writing
Requirements
- High school diploma / GED or higher
- Degree‑seeking undergraduate student pursuing an electrical engineering degree at an accredited college or university