Electrical Engineering Intern – Co-op

2026 Spring Electrical Engineering Intern, Co-op

Undergraduate Intern, Co-op Program Overview

• 3-month+ intern, co-op assignment from January to April 2026 (ideally goes longer) within a functional area of MKS Instruments that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.

• Meaningful work and project assignments

• Networking opportunities with peers and executives

• Exposure to different divisions of the business

• Understanding of MKS Instruments’ commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a 2026 Spring Electrical Engineering Intern/Co-op at MKS Power Solutions, you will partner with Engineering to support new product development. In this role, you will report to the Engineering Manager.

You Will Make an Impact By:
• Automating engineering tests
• Analyzing data to help solve complex problems
• Working hands-on with high power RF systems
• Using a variety of test equipment
• Assisting in documentation creation and markup
• Review system design specifications and help determine compliance with these specifications

Required Skills:
• A rising Junior or Senior enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or relevant majors

• Interested, experience in using lab equipment

Preferred Skills: (Optional)
• MATLAB or other advanced data analysis software
• Python or other programming language
• Spice or other electrical simulation software

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly Pay: $22.00 to 29.00 per hour. This is a good faith estimate of the expected salary for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.

The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of November 2025; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.

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