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Electrical Engineering Intern
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Job Description
Electrical Engineering Intern | Roush
The Tone:
This is a paid internship at Roush, located in Allen Park, MI, with occasional work in Livonia, MI, for Summer 2026 (May-Aug). Roush fuses technology and engineering to provide product development solutions across diverse industries, including transportation, aerospace, defense, and theme parks. This role supports the Vehicle Engineering team, offering hands-on experience in critical vehicle electrical systems. The intern will contribute to design, development, and testing efforts, gaining valuable exposure to real-world engineering challenges.
The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Allen Park, MI
• Team: Vehicle Engineering team
• Mission: Support the Vehicle Engineering team with vehicle electrical system design, development, and validation testing.
• Tech Stack: MS Office
What You’ll Actually Do
• Support: Support the Vehicle Engineering team in electrical system tasks.
• Learn: Learn about vehicle electrical system design, CAN communication, and diagnostics.
• Troubleshoot: Assist with hands-on troubleshooting of vehicle electrical systems.
• Develop: Contribute to harness development for vehicle applications.
• Test: Participate in validation testing for vehicle electrical systems.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Junior standing in a Bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline, with a basic understanding of electrical circuits and electronics fundamentals.
• Experience: Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics; willingness to engage in hands-on work and commit to a 40-hour onsite work week.
• Skills: Proficient in MS Office; strong desire to learn vehicle electrical systems design, development, and testing as it relates to the automotive industry.
• Bonus: Experience with CAN tools or vehicle diagnostics; exposure to schematic or harness software; prior internship experience in an automotive-related environment; participation in Formula SAE/Baja/EV/Robotics project teams; interest in automotive electrical systems and vehicle technology.
