Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

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. Your impact At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. As an Electrical Engineering Intern in Chicago, IL, you will too. As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you’ll use your skills and experience to help deliver and complete challenging and engaging projects. You’ll assist in the design of electrical utilities, and communications systems, while also helping develop plans for construction projects. You’ll be a part of diverse multi-discipline teams allowing you to both share what you know and learn so you can grow. Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit and extreme attention to detail, and we’ll help you pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together. You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company. 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. 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. We’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. Here's what you'll need In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited programWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office programsAn interest in electrical utility design, power distribution, and communication systems Ideally, you’ll also have 3.0 GPAWorking knowledge of AutoCAD or Civil3DA previous internship related to your field of studySelf-driven time management and organizational skills 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 September 08, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. 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.