2027 Summer Intern: Engineering Intern

About the role

From day one, we’ve blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science. That’s where you come in — because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem‑solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe. As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for Engineering Interns to join our team in Northbrook, IL, Auburn Hills, MI and Melville, NY. This role is hybrid - 3 days a week on‑site at the Northbrook or Melville Office.

Responsibilities

• Built Environment (BE) – Our buildings don’t just shape our skylines — they provide the backdrop to our lives. Knowing they’re safe matters. We’ve been helping to create safer structures since 1894, combining expertise with innovative technologies to help make sure both people and property are secure. As more people face extreme weather, we test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards — from simulating tornadoes to testing smoke alarms — work used in buildings worldwide to help save lives. Areas include Building Materials, Suppression Systems and Building Envelope; Life Safety, Detection and Security Systems; Personal Protective Equipment.
• Energy and Industrial Automation (EIA) – We work at the center of safety and sustainability, tackling the global climate crisis with projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy and electrified transportation. Whether helping customers make safer EV batteries or debating wind‑farm impacts, we develop cutting‑edge safety science in some of the world’s largest, best‑equipped laboratories. Focus areas: Energy Systems, eMobility, Power and Controls.
• Engineered Materials (EM) – Wires and cables make the world go round, and we test them everywhere — from wearable medical devices and mobile phones to ocean‑spanning and building‑scale cables. Whether strapped to electrical towers or analyzing data, our engineers test products advancing AI, sustainable energy and the electrification of everything.
• Research & Development (R&D) – Want to work on the problems nobody has solved yet? The UL Solutions R&D team sits at the intersection of science, engineering and innovation, partnering across the business to investigate emerging technologies, develop new safety methodologies and answer toughest technical questions. From fire equipment testing and battery safety to mechanical/electrical systems, hardware‑in‑the‑loop and custom test equipment, projects span disciplines and industries. Interns gain exposure to real‑world research, advanced labs, simulation tools and multidisciplinary teams shaping future standards, products and technologies.

Qualifications

• Rising senior currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Civil / Chemical / Electrical / Mechanical / Textile Engineering, Chemistry, Fire Safety or a related major.
• Must have indefinite right to work in the United States.

Skills

• Highly motivated self‑starter.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a results‑oriented, challenging environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Pay

The hourly rate for this role is $27.00.

Benefits

• Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus to assist with housing, travel, and other relocation expenses (subject to terms and conditions).
• Internship duration: 10‑12 week project.
• Networking opportunities.
• Learning & development opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a real‑world impact.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week on‑site at the Northbrook or Melville office.