Electrical Engineering Intern (2025 Summer)

Job Description

Danfoss in Loves Park, IL is searching for an Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2025. The 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

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering, juniors and above preferred.
• Any coursework or focus on power engineering or power electronics within the Electrical Engineering degree is preferred.
• Effectively communicate in speaking and writing in formal, informal, and brainstorming sessions
• Be able to ask for help
• Possess situational awareness for personal safety in laboratory setting
• Able to operate in a high-power laboratory in a fully aware and safe manner.  Able to follow all safety rules and protocols and listed to instructions from the mentor.
• Able to work both side by side with the mentor, the product team, as well as individually.  Must be able to communicate status and progress at regular intervals.
• Able to perform both hands-on laboratory work as well as extensive use of computer tools for simulation, analysis, and modelling. 
• All training and instruction for work activities will be provided on-the-job

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.