Position: Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: El Cajon, CA
Schedule: June to August 2027, Full time, 40 hours per week

The Engineering Intern will work closely with the engineering and assembly departments to develop automated solutions for process and quality improvements. Tasks and objectives include:
 

• Learn the fundamentals of RF design, including interface families, impedance matching techniques, and industry-wide design standards
• Utilize the Autodesk suite to create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models for engineering and manufacturing applications.
• Gain hands-on experience with the EPSON robotics platform, including integration with computer vision and automated manufacturing systems.
• Explore the unique mechanical and electrical challenges involved in designing and manufacturing high-performance RF connectors

• Assist engineers with 2D CAD drafting and 3D modeling for tooling, fixtures, and production products.
• Develop and optimize robotic routines for automated assembly, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Analyze existing manufacturing workflows and recommend improvements to increase throughput, quality, and efficiency.
• Support prototype assembly, testing, and validation activities.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, work instructions, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with the setup, operation, and integration of automation, robotics, and vision systems.
• Follow engineering best practices and maintain a safe, organized working environment.
• Finalize assigned projects and deliverables, ensuring documentation and results are complete and ready for handoff.
• Participate in knowledge transfer activities by documenting processes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future work.
• Present project outcomes, findings, and process improvements at the conclusion of the internship.
• Assist in creating training materials, work instructions, and best-practice documentation for ongoing use by the engineering team.

Must be currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field 

 

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

$28-$33