Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

Location: Chicago, IL, USA; full-time, on-site

Company

Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm founded in 1975, providing integrated engineering and consulting services across building, infrastructure, clean energy, robotics, and other industries.

What you will do

• Gain practical experience in electrical engineering through project work.
• Contribute to impactful AEC projects under the guidance of industry professionals.
• Apply CAD software and engineering analysis tools to support design activities.
• Collaborate with project teams and communicate effectively on changing priorities.
• Perform duties onsite or at project locations as required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Passion for the AEC industry and willingness to learn and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work tasks.

Nice to have

• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Revit.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis tools.
• Prior internship or co-op experience in the AEC industry.

Culture & Benefits

• People-first approach to problem solving.
• Employee ownership and a focus on sustainable, long-term solutions.
• Opportunities to learn from industry experts and develop professional skills.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for disability-related needs.