Intern - Instrumentation & Controls (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Des Plaines, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 17 - 28
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The ICCS (Instrumentation & Controls and Control Systems) Intern in the summer of 2026 will help support construction and troubleshooting activities related to electronic instrumentation measurement and controls within GTI Energy facilities. Responsibilities will include wiring equipment testing assisting with programming tasks calibrating and maintaining instruments documenting procedures and test results and collaborating with engineers and technicians on system design and implementation. The intern will gain hands-on experience with industrial control systems instrumentation networks and safety protocols contributing directly to ongoing projects and facility operations.
GTI Energy embraces the power of innovation and collaboration to solve consequential energy challenges. By demonstrating continuous improvements in technology and solutions that lower the emissions and costs of energy we will shape energy systems that decarbonize economies protect our environment and benefit the people they serve. We do this by putting people at the center of everything we do. We support and uplift people ensuring they have the resources and confidence needed to live as their authentic selves and reach their full potential.
Being part of the GTI Energy team means being surrounded by people that are passionate and purpose driven empowered to continuously learn ask hard questions and leverage their knowledge and experience to drive toward a greater purpose.
We offer generous benefits competitive salaries opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. We prioritize and maintain a respectful culture and we ensure reasonable accommodation is made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.
The position will be based at GTI Energy Headquarters in the Chicagoland area. We offer a hybrid/core work schedule in which employees work remotely on Mondays and Fridays and are on-site Tuesday through Thursday. Interns may be required to be on-site up to five days per week depending on lab work and project requirements.
- Assist in constructing and documenting engineering prototype equipment.
- Participate in developing drawings and equipment lists.
- Research and identify components hardware software that match design specifications.
- Perform laboratory tests and collection of test data.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Visio Python and basic software tools.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere acting and communicating to get along with co-workers.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Students should be currently pursuing an electrical/software engineering degree
- Completion of at least one year of undergraduate degree.
The pay range for this position is $17 - $28 USD per hour. This pay range is GTI Energys good faith estimate and the actual pay may vary based on a number of factors including but not limited to GTI Energys business or organizational needs and an individuals relevant experience education qualifications certifications skills seniority geographic location and/or performance. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate monthly rate or annual salary only and do not include bonus. The range listed is just one component of GTI Energys total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses paid time off and region-specific benefits.
GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation please e-mail us atand well work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and give consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race color age religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status pregnancy or genetic information.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
GTI Energy is a leading technology development organization. Our trusted team works to scale impactful solutions that shape energy transitions by leveraging gases, liquids, infrastructure, and efficiency.
