Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.   Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.   Generac’s Internship Program is designed to provide students with real-world experience in a supportive and innovative environment. Students contribute to impactful projects, gain exposure to industry best practices, and build lasting professional connections. This is a valuable opportunity to develop your skills and grow alongside experienced mentors.   About the Internship Program   Generac’s Internship Program is full-time ( 40 hours per week) from May/June through August 2027. The program will be on-site , with positions in the following locations: Waukesha, WI (headquarters); Pewaukee, WI; plant locations throughout Wisconsin.      Generac’s Intern position is responsible to work with other engineers to fulfill special design requests on our products. Under supervision of engineers, the intern will create definitions of parts and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D models, tolerance stack-ups, and various electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly and service. You will also create Pro-E models, drawings and templates as well as make changes to BOM's.  Participants develop technical skills through challenging assignments and usage of technical tools.    Potential Roles You Will Be Considered For: -Electrical Systems -   Designs electrical architectures, power distribution systems, wiring, sensors, and control hardware for products and equipment. -Controls Engineering -   Develops control algorithms and automation systems that monitor, regulate, and optimize product operation and performance. -Embedded Systems -   Designs firmware and embedded software that enables intelligent monitoring, communication, and control within electronic products. -Power Electronics -   Develops inverters, converters, battery interfaces, and energy management systems used in modern power generation and energy storage solutions.   EDUCATION, Skills & Experience:   Currently pursuing a bachelors or masters degree in electrical engineering or related field.   Understanding of basic electrical concepts.   Read and interpret electrical and electronic schematics.   Background in working with programming languages that communicate with electronic hardware.   Microsoft Office experience (including Excel).   Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across.   Ability to work FULL-TIME during the Summer – 40 Hour Week; Potential to continue working part time during school.     PREFERRED EDUCATION   Completion of Sophomore year     KEY DUTIES:   Designs, validates , and brings new products to market.    Provides new product development support in the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and/or Retail generator or Power Tool product area including; Creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings, and BOMs ; Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs) ; Interfacing with internal company personnel ; P rovide technical support for assigned projects.   Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates standard, less complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.    Designs,