Field Service Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

Job Description

Field Service Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) | Emerson

The Tone:
This is an internship at Emerson, located in Charlotte, NC; Riverside, CA; Tinley Park, IL; Houston, TX; or Warren, NJ. Emerson Power & Water Solutions is dedicated to helping customers in the world’s most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life by upgrading existing plant control systems with industry-leading automation controls and instrumentation. This role is vital for driving innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable, specifically promoting the sustainability and longevity of North American power grid and wastewater infrastructure. You will be part of a global team, offered hands-on work experience and on-the-job training, supported by senior engineers and mentorship, to learn and grow professionally.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: Charlotte, NC; Riverside, CA; Tinley Park, IL; Houston, TX; Warren, NJ
• Team: Part of a global team performing complex engineering functions, mentored by senior engineers, and collaborating with other interns.
• Mission: To support the installation, service, and maintenance of Emerson’s software and services for power, renewables, and water & wastewater treatment markets.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engineering Support: Contribute to a global team focused on solving complex electrical, mechanical, and software problems for critical industries.
• Technical Learning: Understand automation solutions, project processes, and products to meet customer demands.
• Innovation & Collaboration: Provide new ideas to engineering and management teams, and work with other interns on multi-functional projects.
• Field & Office Experience: Gain real-world application of engineering principles through office work, field travel, vendor visits, and observing manufacturing and testing activities.
• Mentorship & Development: Receive training and mentorship from senior engineers to balance technical application with customer needs and project constraints.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technical discipline.
• Experience: Willingness to travel up to 5% for field activities.
• Skills: Foundational knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering principles; ability to learn and apply complex automation solutions; analytical problem-solving.
• Bonus: Interest in renewable and traditional energy solutions and improving water treatment processes.