Littelfuse
Littelfuse
Posted 3 months ago
Internship
Rapid City, South Dakota
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The intern will contribute to the design of electronic safety systems, including PCB layout, mechanical enclosures, and embedded firmware development. They will also assist in testing, validating, and troubleshooting prototypes while documenting technical results.
Qualifications
This internship is intended for students in their final year of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering or Information Technology. It requires strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn. Availability to work 40 hours per week during the summer of 2026 is also required.
Job Description
Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, we serve customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets worldwide. With approximately 16,000 employees we design and manufacture innovative technologies that support electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced automation. Our global reach is matched by a culture that empowers innovation and long-term growth. Guided by our principles We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, and We Own the Outcome, we work collaboratively, think boldly, and deliver solutions that move industries forward.
This profile is intended for students in their final year of a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree or graduates of Engineering or Information Technology.
We are seeking a motivated R&D Engineering Intern to work on engineering projects to support the team’s initiatives and process/product improvements. Assist the team with tasks set out by the manager and continuously learn the technical aspects of the role. Participate in meetings and closely collaborate with team members and other teams in the organization while learning to work independently.
About your role:
• Contribute to the design of components for electronic safety systems:
• Electrical Engineers: Design and layout printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs).
• Mechanical Engineers: Design enclosures and mechanical interfaces.
• Computer Engineers / Computer Scientists: Develop embedded firmware and software
tools.
• Test, validate, and troubleshoot prototypes and systems.
• Analyze test results and prepare technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering discussions.
• Learn about the product development lifecycle, from concept through prototyping and validation.
About you:
Education Field: Engineering, Information Technology
Experience/Skills:
Are you an Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering major with a passion for embedded systems, product design, and development? Join our engineering team for a hands-on summer internship where you'll contribute to real-world projects focused on intelligent protection relay technologies
and electronic safety systems.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore multiple aspects of engineering design working alongside a team of cross discipline experienced engineers in a collaborative environment.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person. The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.At Littelfuse, we support employee growth and development. Guided by our culture principles, our teams work together to deliver value for customers and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.
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