Intern, Electrical Engineering

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IMAX

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Mississauga, Ontario

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support the design and certification engineering teams by reviewing schematics, PCB layouts, and executing test procedures. They will also contribute to the sustaining engineering backlog and assist in organizing laboratory space.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and have experience with circuit design and PCB layout. You should also possess experience debugging circuit boards in a lab environment and strong problem-solving skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Altium

circuit design

PCB layout

schematics

test procedures

product certification

sustaining engineering

Job Description

Be Part of the IMAX Experience.

For more than 50 years, IMAX has been a global leader in entertainment technology, redefining how stories are experienced on the world’s biggest screens. Our mission is to power awe-inspiring experiences for audiences around the world.

Our people make everything we do possible. We’re curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great work happens when people are trusted, heard, and supported. At IMAX, you’ll collaborate with purpose in an environment that values innovation, diverse perspectives, and learning at every stage.

We invest in people and empower them to thrive. Our culture is grounded in trust and shaped by a shared belief that our best work happens together. By championing curiosity and encouraging courageous thinking, we push the limits of imagination and create experiences that redefine what’s possible. Careers here are shaped with intention, achievements are shared, and people always come first.

With our global team spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, IMAX brings together proprietary software, world-class architecture, and cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. Together, we partner with leading filmmakers and studios, advance entertainment technology, and connect audiences around the world to The IMAX Experience.

Come explore IMAX and create what inspires.

Ignite your future with IMAX.

About the Role:

We are looking for ambitious, movie-obsessed students to join the IMAX Internship Program this Summer. This 10-week program (June–August) is designed to provide hands-on learning, skill development, and real-world experience in a collaborative and innovative environment, based in our Sheridan Park office. 

Reporting directly to the Electrical Engineering Manager, this role is part of a team shaping the future of the IMAX theatre experience. The intern will support product certification, development of new electronics, and sustaining engineering across IMAX’s product portfolio. This position offers exposure to a dynamic, cross-functional environment, collaborating with mechanical, optical, audio, video, and software specialists. 

Responsibilities 

  • Support the design engineering team by reviewing schematics, PCB layouts, interconnect diagrams, and test procedures  

  • Assist the certification engineering team in creating test setups and executing test procedures  

  • Contribute to the sustaining engineering backlog  

  • Learn and build familiarity with IMAX’s product portfolio and theatre technologies  

  • Partner with the engineering manager to improve business processes and help organize laboratory space  

Qualifications 

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field  

  • Experience with circuit design and PCB layout (Altium experience preferred)  

  • Experience debugging circuit boards in a lab environment  

  • Strong problem-solving skills  

  • Passion for learning  

Nice to Haves 

  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively  

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills  

  • Passion for IMAX and the theatrical experience 

Position Status:

New Role

This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs.​ / Cette offre d’emploi reflète un poste actuellement vacant au sein de l’organisation. Le poste est actif, approuvé et destiné à être pourvu dans le cadre de nos besoins en dotation.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :

$21.00 (per hour) Placement within this range depends on a candidate’s experience, skills, internal equity, and regional market factors. Eligible roles may also receive additional non-discretionary compensation such as shift premiums or overtime pay.

At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).​ / Conformément aux exigences de transparence salariale de l’Ontario, les candidats seront informés lorsqu’ils ne seront plus pris en considération pour ce poste. Les communications relatives au statut de votre candidature pourront être envoyées par courriel ou par l’intermédiaire de votre profil de candidat en ligne (le cas échéant).

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.​ / Dans le cadre de notre processus de recrutement, nous pouvons utiliser des outils technologiques, y compris des systèmes automatisés, pour appuyer l’examen et l’évaluation des candidatures. Ces outils ne prennent pas de décisions finales en matière d’embauche. Toutes les décisions liées à la présélection, aux entrevues et à la sélection sont prises par nos équipes d’acquisition de talents et d’embauche.

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IMAX

IMAX (NYSE: IMAX) is a global leader in entertainment technology, delivering immersive cinematic experiences through proprietary software, architecture, and projection systems. Filmmakers, studios, and artists worldwide use IMAX to connect with audiences at scale, making its network one of the most powerful platforms for blockbuster events and entertainment.
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