UL Solutions
2027 Summer Intern: Functional Safety/Autonomy Safety Engineering Intern
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Intern will support functional safety, autonomy safety, and cybersecurity projects across renewable energy, robotics, autonomous systems, automotive, energy storage, EV charging, industrial, and process-industry applications. Responsibilities include analyzing safety and security threats, applying problem-solving skills, and collaborating with global experts to protect connected products and systems.
JOB DESCRIPTION
From day one, we've blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science. That's where you come in - because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe
As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for a Functional Safety/Autonomy Safety/Cyber Security Engineering Intern to join our team in Northbrook, IL.
This role is hybrid - 3 days a week on-site at the Northbrook Office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll learn & achieve:
The world has never been more connected. Which means your skills as a cybersecurity expert have never been more essential. We hack for good, uncovering threats and understanding how bad actors operate. Whether it's connected vehicles, medical devices or smart appliances, you'll help keep products safe and secure in an increasingly threatened world. Join our team, collaborate with a global community of experts and use your skills to help shape a more secure future.
Below are examples of areas you may work in during your internship.
QUALIFICATIONS
What makes you a great fit:
What we offer:
Total Rewards: The hourly rate for this role is $27.00 - $28.00. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus to assist with housing, travel, and other relocation expenses, subject to terms and conditions. Your internship will consist of a 10-12 week long project, networking, learning & development opportunities, and will provide you with the opportunity to make a real world impact.
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
From day one, we've blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science. That's where you come in - because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe
As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for a Functional Safety/Autonomy Safety/Cyber Security Engineering Intern to join our team in Northbrook, IL.
This role is hybrid - 3 days a week on-site at the Northbrook Office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll learn & achieve:
The world has never been more connected. Which means your skills as a cybersecurity expert have never been more essential. We hack for good, uncovering threats and understanding how bad actors operate. Whether it's connected vehicles, medical devices or smart appliances, you'll help keep products safe and secure in an increasingly threatened world. Join our team, collaborate with a global community of experts and use your skills to help shape a more secure future.
Below are examples of areas you may work in during your internship.
- Renewable energy functional safety
- Robotic functional safety
- Autonomous robot safety
- Automotive functional safety and autonomy safety
- Energy storage functional safety
- Electric vehicle charging functional safety
- Industrial functional safety
- Process industry functional safety
- Automotive cybersecurity
- Industrial cybersecurity
QUALIFICATIONS
What makes you a great fit:
- Rising senior currently pursuing an bachelor's or master's degree in: Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field.
- Highly motivated self-starter
- Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Indefinite right to work in the United States.
What we offer:
Total Rewards: The hourly rate for this role is $27.00 - $28.00. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus to assist with housing, travel, and other relocation expenses, subject to terms and conditions. Your internship will consist of a 10-12 week long project, networking, learning & development opportunities, and will provide you with the opportunity to make a real world impact.
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
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