Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)
Description
Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
About the Internship
nLIGHT is currently recruiting for an Engineering student to intern with us for the summer of 2026. This internship is a 10 to 12-week program that offers challenging assignments, projects, and career development opportunities to enhance your professional growth. You will also earn a competitive wage based on your discipline and academic class status.
About the Team
The Electrical Engineering team is a small group of engineers and technicians that as responsible for the design, test, and troubleshooting of a variety of printed circuit boards for industrial, medical, and defense applications.
What You Can Expect to Learn
- How to test and troubleshoot printed circuit boards.
- How to read schematics and cable drawings.
- How to use Altium Designer and other applications used in electronics design.
- How to use common electronics lab bench test equipment, i.e. meters, oscilloscopes.
- How to design simple printed circuit boards.
What You Can Expect to Do
- Assist in the test and troubleshooting of printed circuit boards, referencing schematics and test procedures.
- Work alongside other electrical engineers and electrical technicians.
- Get hands-on experience with electronic hardware and software in a lab environment.
- Create tooling to aid in the testing of electronic assemblies.
Who You Are
- You possess circuit knowledge and the ability to read schematics
- You have experience working with an ECAD tool, preferably Altium Designer
- You are familiar with multimeters, oscilloscopes, or logic analyzers
- You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- You take initiative and have an eagerness to learn
Minimum Job Requirements
- You must be working toward a degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Computer Engineering
- You must have completed (at a minimum) your sophomore year in college
- You must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above to be considered
Intern Social Events
Our interns can expect adventures in the PNW, board game nights at local breweries/coffee shops, Happy Hour networking events with Senior Leadership, and much more!
To Apply
A completed online application is required. You must include a resume and current transcript. Ensure that your graduation date and GPA are listed on your resume. Failure to attach a resume and transcript will eliminate you from the selection process.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay depends on level of education completed:
Compensation and Benefits
Pay depends on level of education completed:
- $26 - 28/hr
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits including Prescription and Orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [email protected].
E-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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