About the role#
As a Facilities Controls and Automation Engineering Intern, you will work on factory systems that support manufacturing operations. You will join a team of engineers, technicians, and operators to complete projects that improve plant safety, reliability, and energy efficiency. This role provides hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, field instrumentation, motor drives, and industrial networks.
What you'll do#
- Support factory controls and automation systems through hands-on project work.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and chemical groups.
- Improve automated control and remote monitoring for various facility systems.
- Focus on projects related to cost reduction, energy efficiency, and process safety.
- Solve technical problems and drive project results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program for Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
- A curious and teachable attitude.
- Basic understanding of introductory programming, such as ladder logic or structured text.
- Basic understanding of data acquisition, measurements, and instrumentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage time to meet project deadlines.
- Ability to work well in teams and build professional relationships.
- Initiative to drive for results in a changing environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Dallas, Texas.
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments is a public semiconductor company founded in 1930. Based in Dallas, Texas, it designs and manufactures analog and embedded processing chips. The company serves clients in the industrial, automotive, and personal electronics sectors. It operates with over 33,000 employees globally.
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