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Electrical Engineering Internship- Summer 2026

CompanyDEKA Research & Development
LocationManchester
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the development of new products by performing electrical circuit characterization and failure analysis. They will also assist in verification and validation activities while troubleshooting electromechanical prototypes.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
843
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
DEKA is one of the leading research and development companies in the country and is the birthplace of some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time. For over thirty years, DEKA Research & Development Corp. has made Manchester, New Hampshire home. Located about an hour from Boston, the beach, and the mountains, we are situated in the beautiful and historic Amoskeag Millyard buildings located in downtown Manchester. DEKA continues to be a place where no idea seems too big and where creativity and cool gizmos reign supreme. The engineers, technicians, machinists, designers and all of the other folks who make up DEKA are some of the most creative and innovative professionals you could ever hope to meet. It's a place where one crazy idea can end up being the next greatest invention. At DEKA we embrace the spirit of innovation and constantly aim to turn the impossible into a reality. DEKA is filled with people who are driven to be among the best and brightest in their field of work. It’s a concentrated bunch of really smart thinkers, doers and problems solvers, who are driven to using innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology to improve lives. We all see endless possibilities in the power of technology to do good. Employees have the opportunity to work on diverse projects that have a positive, enduring impact on millions of people worldwide. We are growing! We're always seeking passionate individuals to join our growing team of evolved thinkers.
About the Role
DEKA Research and Development, housed in Manchester, NH, has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Intern to work in a dynamic Research and Development environment. In this role you will work alongside a group of passionate engineers to create innovative solutions that truly make a difference.

DEKA offers Internships and Co-Ops for full time students* (must be at least 18 years of age).  Internships last a minimum of 10 weeks, but 12 weeks is preferred. All summer internships must start no later than June 15, 2026.

How you will make an impact as an Electrical Engineering Intern:
  • Support the development of new products and new product concepts
  • Perform characterization of electrical circuits and document performance
  • Assist in failure analysis • Perform verification and validation activities using test equipment and test fixtures
  • Troubleshoot electromechanical prototypes
  • Use electrical CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium)
  • Use electrical engineering knowledge and principles to solve problems

To be successful in this role as an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will need the following skills and experience:
  • Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Electrical Engineering program
  • Knowledge of analog circuits (signal and low-power)
  • Knowledge of digital electronics
  • Must have exposure to electrical CAD tools (schematic and layout)
  • Firmware programming experience on Arduino or similar is a plus.
  • Experience with KiCAD and LTspice is a plus
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be a self-starter eager to contribute in a team environment
  • Must be detail-oriented
About DEKA:
One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.

Behind DEKA’s brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.
 

Additional Information:

*Applicants should be aware that short-term housing options in Manchester, NH are limited and that DEKA is not able to assist with housing. 

Public transportation is available and routes/schedules can be found by visiting the Manchester Transit Authority website, www.mtabus.org.

Please be aware that we try to make sure that our internship opportunities are well defined and will provide a unique experience. We understand that most candidates would like to know if they have a placement as soon as possible, but at DEKA it takes more time than other companies at we review every application that is submitted.  We will try to let you know as soon as we can, but encourage you to pursue other opportunities as well.

*A full time student is defined as being enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an undergraduate program, or a minimum of 9 credits per semester for a graduate program.

Key Skills
Electrical engineeringAnalog circuitsDigital electronicsAltiumSchematic capturePCB layoutFailure analysisVerification and validationTroubleshootingElectromechanical prototypesFirmware programmingArduinoKiCADLTspiceCommunication skills
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EngineeringTechnologyScience & ResearchManufacturing