Electrical engineering Jobs in Pasadena, CA

Electrical Engineering Intern

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

As part of our team, you'll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

During your internship, you will be mentored by professional engineers while you engage with our clients, evaluate their needs, and develop concept-level plans and solutions. You'll have the opportunity to use your theoretical knowledge and apply it to solving today's challenges. Your primary responsibilities will focus on supporting engineering calculations, construction drawings, and specifications for building electrical and lighting systems for a variety of building types, including airports, federal buildings, mission critical, higher education, laboratories and other commercial projects. You'll be responsible for providing design calculations and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades (architectural and engineering) under the guidance of more senior technical staff.

We'll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You'll work alongside professional engineers and designers, gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more. You'll also take ownership of the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of the work assigned to you by demonstrating the ability to progress from basic design work assignments to more complicated and involved projects working in conjunction with a technical team.

To be successful in this position you will need excellent analytical, conceptual, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Our ideal candidate has a passion for building design and has focused their coursework/internship experience on power distribution.

Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

Here's what you'll need:

• Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program for Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Engineering from an accredited program
• Completion of at least two years of collegiate coursework
• Must live within a commutable distance from the office
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Ideally, you'll also have knowledge on:

• Revit
• Autocad
• Renewable storage systems
• Proficient with Ai

Posted Salary Range: Minimum $40,000.00 Posted Salary Range: Upper $60,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $40,000.00 to $60,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

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