Intern - Hardware Engineer (Spring 2026)

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Raleigh, NC
37K-55K Annually
Internship
Appliances • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
As an Intern Hardware Engineer, you will design and develop electrical hardware for various industries, collaborate with engineers across disciplines, analyze circuit designs, troubleshoot prototypes, and receive mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.
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About us:  At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. 

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. 

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. 

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. 

Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$36,700.00 - $55,100.00

As an Analog Engineer at Plexus Engineering Solutions, you will design and develop electrical hardware for products across a wide range of industries. This role collaborates with talented software, mechanical, quality, manufacturing and test engineers, and it sees all phases of the product development life cycle - from idea and conceptualize; through requirements, design, and development; to transitioning to manufacturing and into the market.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Design electrical hardware including power supplies, control systems, and instrumentation for medical, aerospace, defense, and commercial applications
  • Utilize schematic capture tools and guide printed circuit board layout
  • Analyze circuit designs with simulation tools such as SPICE and finite element tools
  • Perform hands-on, in-the-lab, troubleshooting and bring up of prototype hardware
  • Take detailed measurements of analog hardware using standard electrical measurement tools including oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers to assess circuit performance and inform design improvements
  • Work as a team with other analog, digital, software, and mechanical engineers to review and improve hardware designs
  • Receive expert mentorship, guidance, and coaching from experienced hardware engineers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology for entire duration of internship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Sophomore or Junior level status
  • GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements.  If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

Top Skills

Electrical Engineering
The Company
Nampa, ID
8,686 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1976

What We Do

Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com

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