Engineering Intern - DC Power Systems (Summer 2027)

Engineering Intern - DC Power Systems

Short Description

Join our team as an Engineering Intern focused on DC Power Systems. Gain hands-on experience in power distribution design, work alongside experienced engineers, and contribute to innovative power solutions while developing your technical expertise.

Full Position Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support our DC Power Systems team in developing innovative power distribution solutions for telecom and data center environments. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to learn about efficient, reliable, and scalable DC power systems while gaining exposure to industry standards and safety requirements. Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to real projects and develop practical skills in power systems design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learning & Development: Demonstrate eagerness to grow personally and professionally. This program is for individuals with high learning agility and willingness to adapt and develop continuously
• Technical Support: Assist in the design and development of DC power distribution architectures under supervision of experienced engineers
• Laboratory Testing: Support laboratory testing activities including setup, data collection, and analysis of DC power systems and components
• Documentation & Analysis: Support the creation of technical layouts, presentations, and documentation for internal teams and customers
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams on power infrastructure projects, linking own responsibilities to team goals and objectives while having a passion for new information, knowledge, and experiences
• Time & Resource Management: Manage time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Project Support: Support effective and efficient completion of projects by planning and implementing courses of action with other functions and key stakeholders
• Additional Duties: Perform other essential and related peripheral duties as may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor''s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Interest in power systems design, particularly in data center or industrial environments
• Basic understanding of DC power distribution systems and electrical fundamentals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality output
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

Preferred:

• Coursework or projects related to power electronics and conversion technologies
• Familiarity with CAD or power system design software
• Laboratory or hands-on testing experience
• Interest in renewable energy or energy storage systems
• Understanding of thermal management principles

This internship offers an exceptional opportunity to gain practical experience in next-generation power solutions for data center infrastructure while working with a dynamic team of experienced engineers committed to innovation, reliability, and efficiency.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com