Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. At Battelle, interns and co‑ops make an impact through hands‑on learning and exciting and challenging projects. Our interns are an integral part of the teams they support and will feel like they are a true, valued team member.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. A brighter future is possible with you.

The Defense & Materials Solutions team is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op. This position is 100% onsite located in Columbus, Ohio. The Electrical Engineering Co-op will support Battelle’s National Security business. This group specializes in the design, development, testing, and production of unique, complex electronic and electromechanical systems.

Final date to receive applications:
October 30th, 2026.

• Analyzing equipment to establish operating data, conducting experimental tests, evaluating results, and selecting components based on specifications, performance, and reliability requirements.
• Contributes to the development and application of tools, simulations, and models for electric power systems to address challenges in system planning, operations, economics, resilience, and performance optimization.
• Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing electrical/embedded systems as part of an integrated technical team.
• Working closely with Battelle engineers located in Columbus, OH to design, fabricate and integrate new electrical/embedded systems.
• Generating and interpreting electrical schematics.
• Generating and following installation and testing procedures
• Build, prototype, and evaluate electronic hardware assemblies in laboratory environments.
• Prepare engineering documentation as required

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program
• Currently pursuing a master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering or related field
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain an active DoD or equivalent agency clearance.
• Solid grasp of basic electrical engineering concepts and ability to learn
• Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and programmable power supplies.
• Experience working in a lab environment such as soldering, wiring, test preparation, data collection and documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office application software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and eagerness to take on technical challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Pursuing advanced coursework in one of the following related fields:
• Power and energy, including solid state power conversion, analog circuit design, control systems, and power system design
• Familiarity and interest in working with analog electronics, power electronics, magnetics, electric motors, feedback controls, power quality, and electromagnetic compliance of power conversion systems
• Familiarity and interest with modeling and simulation of analog circuits, power conversion circuits, and motor drive systems using SPICE circuit simulators and MATLAB/Simulink
• Previous internship or work experience with systems utilizing DC voltage in the 100
  
  VDC to 500
  
  VDC range and/or 3-phase AC power systems up to 480 VAC at power levels up to 100 kW.

The salary range for this role is…