Intern - Test Engineering

Multiple Teams

Posted on 10/1/2025

Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation

Compensation Overview

$22 - $32/hr

Lowell, MA, USA

Hybrid

This position is hybrid, indicating a mix of remote and in-office work.

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Our Test interns work with a team of engineers and industry professionals to develop and test Rockwell hardware and firmware to optimize industrial operations. You will have the opportunity to be a significant contributor, while getting comprehensive exposure to the business structure of Rockwell Automation and how we are helping our customers bring the Connected Enterprise to life. Our test roles fall into 2 categories:
  • Hardware Test: Develop test requirements and execute hardware verification test plans for board level functional testing, EMC validation, Certification Agency compliance (UL, ATEX, IECEX), and Functional Safety (IEC 61508). Perform programming, analysis, and troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes. Contribute to associated product design documentation and test reports.
  • Firmware Test: if you like pushing products to their limits to meet the rigid standards of industrial components, you will be interested in these activities, which include: design and development of scripts for automating test procedures, documenting of test procedures, execution of test procedures for verification of product functionality (manual/automated), creation of test reports, assistance with lab audit/improvement activities, assist with build and commissioning of test firmware and hardware platforms.

Rockwell will match your background and skills with your interests and our business needs. Each experience is unique; if you are extended an offer, the manager will share the details about his/her intern role, including specific projects you may work on and responsibilities you may have. Additionally, as an intern there will be hosted activities and events intended to help you grow your network, develop your professional skills and immerse yourself in our company culture.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from an accredited college or university.
  • Basic programming (C++, C#, Java, Python or JavaScript, LabVIEW)
  • Basic knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs)
  • Experience with Power Electronics or motors
  • Experience with design capture tools,
  • Be able to work with schematic drawings
  • Familiarity with tools such as CAD, Creoparametic, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), 3D Modeling, SAP, Matlab
  • Experience with industrial automation environments including PLC or drives programming
  • Experience using Agile methodology

What We Offer:

  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays off
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $22/hour - $32/hour. Our benefits for the US can be found here. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.