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Electrical Engineer Intern - Communications - Summer 2027

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Carpentersville, IL, USA
18-18 Hourly
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Carpentersville, IL, USA
18-18 Hourly
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Electrical Engineering Intern supporting OTTO’s Communications Division. Responsibilities include creating and modifying PCB schematics in Altium, building and testing breadboard circuits, debugging circuits, collecting and presenting data, participating in product development, and creating Engineering Change Notices. The role is fully on-site and intended for a student pursuing a BSEE who has completed foundational electrical engineering coursework and understands basic circuits and schematics.
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Electrical Engineer Intern - Communications - Summer 2027

OTTO’s opportunity:

OTTO Communications designs and manufactures innovative communications and power management accessories for two-way radio products for demanding and mission-critical applications. For over 65 years, OTTO's products have been recognized for excellence by the military, law enforcement, public safety agencies, and retail and commercial customers worldwide.

The Electrical Engineer Intern will perform a variety of duties to support the Engineering team for the Communications Division.

Specifically, the Electrical Engineer Intern will:

  • Create or modify PCB schematics using Altium CAD tool
  • Build and test breadboard circuits
  • Debug circuits, gather and present data
  • Learn and participate in the Product Development Process
  • Create Engineering Change Notices
  • Assist with other related duties as required or assigned

What you’ll need to bring to the table:

  • Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering program pursuing a BSEE
  • Completed basic Electrical Engineering classes - going into junior or senior year
  • Familiarity with basic Electrical Circuits and Schematics
  • A strong desire to learn
  • Good communication skills
  • 100% on-site

What OTTO offers for this specific position:

  • Hourly rate: $18.00 per hour

OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

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