Electrical Engineer Intern

Job ID: 6545 Date Posted: February 23 2026 Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge science programs for over six decades.

SDL’s internship program provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with state-of-the art technologies in space-, airborne-, and ground-based systems. With the support of engineers and mentors, interns can work on professional-level assignments that complement their academic studies. The program also includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and a variety of summer events and activities. Interns will be paid a competitive monthly stipend.

The Civil & Commercial Space Division (CVS) is looking for an exceptional student electrical engineer for a summer internship. Interns will be tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and phase of development. Tasks include developing, testing, and integrating radio communication and camera systems for satellite applications, performing communication system analysis of various satellite architectures, and helping with the development of ground support equipment and test software.

The Civil & Commercial Space Division contributes to the internationally competitive science, space exploration, and commercial market by providing key sensor, small satellite, calibration, and thermal technologies to our customers. Our division is a key component of NASA’s space exploration and technological development, enabling advancements in each of NASA’s science divisions. At SDL, you’ll become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities.

This position is onsite, non-remote at our North Logan, UT location.

This position has the potential of continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment.

This internship is for the summer of 2026.

Requirements

• Experience or interest in at least one of the following areas:
  • Circuit board design/assembly
  • Space systems
  • RF systems (X-band and S-band)
  • Impedance matching circuit design
  • Digital signal processing
  • Mixed circuit electronics design
  • Software defined radios
  • Digital electronics
  • Networks
  • FPGA
  • EMI/EMC testing
  • Power circuits
  • Software scripting languages
• Experience with team collaboration tools
• Ability to work with network and spectrum analyzers
• Ability to work hands-on assembling and testing hardware
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals 
• Ability to take initiative and ask questions
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person

Education

• Must be pursuing a degree in physics, electrical engineering, or computer engineering
• Must be a junior, senior, or graduate student
• 3.5 GPA minimum is required

Interviews may occur any time within the hiring period; applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the application as early as possible. If you are unsure if you are qualified, we still want to hear from you. If you have a passion for problem-solving and learning, you could be a great fit for this internship. SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA’s vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind. SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.