Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2023)

Job Description

Danfoss in Loves Park, IL is searching for an Electrical Engineering Intern for the Summer 2023 term. The electrical engineering intern will be partnered with a mentor in the power electronics department of Danfoss Drives. The intern will have a work project which supports active product development of an ongoing activity. 

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work on an active project to complete a package of work
• Collaborate with the team members on the background, testing, analysis, and conclusion of the work assignment
• Create a written report, or design journal, of the design, calculations, test data, test results, and conclusions
• Prepare a presentation for the department at the end of the internship to explain what was accomplished over the internship
• Participate in all department meetings and activities and provide general support when needed to other projects

Background & Skills

• Required Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master's degree for Electrical or Power Engineering.
• Preferred Qualifications 
  • Any coursework or focus on power engineering or power electronics within the Electrical Engineering degree is a plus
• Job Criteria 
  • Effectively communicate in speaking and writing in formal, informal, and brainstorming sessions
  • Be able to ask for help at any point if unsure of what to do.
  • Can manage own time for tasks up to 40 hours
  • Possess situational awareness for personal safety in laboratory setting

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways – driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset ‘action speaks louder than words’, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.