Summer 2026 Internship Hardware Engineer Intern (Electrical or Mechanical)
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Job Location:
Culver, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike enabling the coordination thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The Avigilon Alta Access hardware team is responsible for designing developing and manufacturing the physical access control devices that form the backbone of the Alta cloud-based security platform. This team creates door controllers card readers mobile credentials hardware and integration modules that seamlessly connect to the Alta ecosystem ensuring reliable performance in diverse commercial and enterprise environments.The team focuses on delivering cutting-edge hardware solutions that prioritize security scalability and ease of installation. They work closely with software engineers and product managers to ensure hardware compatibility with Altas cloud infrastructure while maintaining the highest standards for durability cybersecurity and user experience across all physical access control touchpoints.
Job Description
The Avigilon Alta Access Hardware Team is seeking enthusiastic and talented Electrical or Mechanical Engineering students for our Summer 2026 Hardware Engineer Intern program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the design development and testing of innovative physical security hardware solutions contributing to the future of secure access.
Job Responsibilities
As a Hardware Engineer Intern you will have the opportunity to:
Assist in the design and development of new hardware components and systems for Avigilon Alta access control products.
Conduct testing debugging and validation of electrical circuits mechanical assemblies and prototypes.
Collaborate with senior engineers on schematic capture PCB layout mechanical CAD and component selection.
Support the assembly and fabrication of prototypes and test fixtures.
Perform data collection and analysis to evaluate hardware performance and identify areas for improvement.
Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical discussions.
Document designs test procedures and results in a clear and concise manner.
Research new technologies and components to inform future product development.
Job Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Strong foundational understanding of electrical engineering principles (e.g. circuit analysis digital logic analog circuits) OR mechanical engineering principles (e.g. solid mechanics material science CAD).
Familiarity with relevant software tools (e.g. Altium Designer Eagle SolidWorks AutoCAD Fusion 360).
Hands-on experience with prototyping soldering and basic lab equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes multimeters) is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong desire to learn.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Prior internship experience or personal projects related to hardware development are a plus.
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Basic Requirements
Candidate must be currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree with a graduation date on or after December 2026
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Intern
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
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- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Motorola Solutions, Inc., incorporated on March 9, 1973, is a provider of communication infrastructure, devices, accessories, software and services. The Company operates through two segments: Products and Services. It serves global customer base spanning federal, state, county, provin ... View more
