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Controls Engineering Internship/Co-op

CompanyHitachi
LocationAuburn Hills
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist and support Controls Engineers in the design, build, programming, and deployment of custom automated equipment. They will perform routine technical tasks and learn basic programming skills while working within a project team.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
38200
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
About the Role

Location:

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Job ID:

R0143858

Date Posted:

2026-10-05

Company Name:

ESYS AUTOMATION, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: 

Part time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Our future starts with you.


The working term for this position will be from May 2027 through August 2027.


Location: Auburn Hills, MI


Internship Type: Full-Time, Paid

 

As a Controls Engineering Intern/Co-Op, you will assist and support other Controls Engineers.  Learn from some of the most dedicated and technically competent engineers in the Automation Industry. JR Automation drives change by learning and innovating faster than anyone else. As a member of a project team, you’ll work alongside our Applications, Controls, Mechanical, and Build teams to support the design, build, program, and deployment of custom automated equipment.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Requires a willingness to learn and the ability to be flexible.
  • Expected that many tasks asked will be learning experiences, and experienced team members will provide proper instruction.
  • Expected to make positive contributions to the company in response to the training provided.
  • Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
  • Learn and perform basic programming skills.

 

Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

 

What You’ll Bring:

  • High School graduate, or equivalent.
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree.

 

Skills You’ll Have:

  • Basic proficiency in CAD.
  • Basic knowledge of electrical/pneumatic schematic drawing packages.
  • Basic proficiency in programming languages.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Computer literacy in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

 

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.


Company Overview:


At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.

 

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

 

Fueled by Possible.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

Key Skills
Controls EngineeringAutomationCADElectrical schematic drawingPneumatic schematic drawingProgrammingTeamworkCommunicationExcelWordOutlookComputer literacy
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnology