Electrical Engineering Intern

Company: Opto-Knowledge Systems Inc
Location: Torrance
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: This internship supports the electrical engineering team in the design, development, testing, and documentation of electronics for embedded and instrumentation systems. We are seeking students or recent graduates pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative, engineering-focused environment. Interns will assist with circuit development, testing activities, system integration, and documentation under the guidance of experienced engineers. Internship scope and level will be determined at the time of offer based on academic standing, skills, and experience. What You Will Do Support electrical design and development activities including basic circuit analysis, prototyping, and testing under engineer supervision Assist with integration of electrical components, sensors, and subsystems into larger hardware platforms Support lab activities including test setup, data collection, and basic troubleshooting Assist with validation and debugging of electrical systems and components Help prepare and maintain technical documentation such as schematics, wiring diagrams, test procedures, and engineering notes Participate in design discussions, reviews, and cross-functional meetings as appropriate Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers on development efforts Support field testing, internal evaluations, or demonstrations as needed Follow established engineering processes, safety procedures, and quality standards Perform other engineering-related tasks as assigned based on project needs and experience level PT and FT available Requirements: Required Qualifications Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field Foundational understanding of electrical engineering principles such as circuit analysis, electronics, or embedded systems through coursework or projects Exposure to lab work or academic projects involving electrical systems Basic familiarity with electrical test equipment such as multimeters or oscilloscopes Ability to follow technical instructions and work effectively in a team environment Comfortable working in a lab or hands-on technical setting Strong communication skills and willingness to learn Preferred Qualifications Exposure to circuit design or simulation tools such as Altium, KiCad, LTspice, MATLAB, or similar Familiarity with microcontrollers, embedded systems, or sensors through coursework or projects Experience supporting testing or troubleshooting activities in a lab environment Interest in aerospace, defense, sensing technologies, or embedded AI systems Familiarity with technical documentation or version-controlled design files Additional Information Internship assignments and responsibilities will align with academic level, experience, and business needs and will be determined at offer. This position may be temporary or seasonal. Additional Requirements To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. person as defined by law. A U.S. person includes a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or an individual otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Keywords: Opto-Knowledge Systems Inc, Simi Valley , Electrical Engineering Intern, Engineering , Torrance, California