Electrical Systems Intern (Summer 2024)

Who we are:  

Electra is electrifying ironmaking to decarbonize steelmaking and eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global CO2 emissions. Leveraging proven industrial-scale electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes and backed by leading sustainability-focused venture capitalists, our team is developing lower-cost, scalable solutions utilizing intermittent renewable energy to forge a cleaner, greener future for the trillion-dollar steel industry.       

With a uniquely collaborative culture, endless passion for developing disruptive technologies, and the opportunity to revolutionize carbon-intensive manufacturing industries, careers at Electra offer challenges, rewards, and the chance to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.   

Internship Program Summary:  

The 2024 Summer Internship Program is open to current undergraduate and graduate students pursuing majors in related fields.  

The goal of the Program is to provide students with hands-on industry experience while offering the opportunity to make valuable contributions at Team Electra.  

In this, you will:  

• Design and build electrical/electronic systems for our large-scale test facility. 
• Perform design calculations and analysis to ensure the specified method will perform per design criteria. 
• Work with automated valves, pneumatics, pumps, sensors, and control systems to operate the system locally or remotely. 
• Perform commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks of systems. 
• Ensure safe operation of all systems and assist with the development of safe testing procedures.  

Qualifications:   

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in electrical engineering or related degree. 
• Ability to interpret existing designs.  
• Ability to safely use test equipment, hand tools, power tools, and other shop equipment (wrenches, saws, drills, etc.)  

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Electrical Schematic software experience (SolidWorks Electrical preferred)  
• Familiarity with coding languages (Python, MATLAB, C++, SQL, etc.)   
• Knowledge of electrochemical cell components and fundamentals  

What is in it for you:   

• Hands-on experience in an industry environment  
• Opportunity to work on novel technologies.  
• Opportunity to collaborate with other teams.  

Compensation:  

• The pay rate for this position is $28.00 per hour for undergraduate students and $31.00 per hour for graduate students.