PTL Engineering Intern 2027

About the Role

The TL Future Force Early Talent Development Program (ETD) offers challenging assignments within Engineering, Industrial Design, Product Management, and Technical functions. This program is designed to provide college students with experiences intended to lead to permanent employment upon graduation. It's a consecutive, rotational engineering development program focused on structured training and hands-on experience, combining technical workshops, mentorship, and project-based learning to accelerate growth. The program includes two consecutive years of internship with exposure to multiple functions.

Key Responsibilities (Industrial Design Focus)

• Assist engineers with circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout using industry-standard tools.
• Perform bench testing, measurement, and debugging of electronic circuits under supervision.
• Support development of embedded control systems, including microcontroller-based designs.
• Build and execute test plans for prototypes, components, and subsystems.
• Document test results, design changes, and engineering observations clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineering, firmware, and manufacturing.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Preferred Coursework & Core Skills

• Basic understanding of analog and digital circuit design.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers, sensors, and power electronics fundamentals.
• Ability to read schematics and use common lab equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power supplies).
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new tools and techniques.
• Clear communication and solid technical writing skills.

Qualifications

Successful Candidate's Profile

• College major concentration in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Electrical, Industrial Design, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, and/or Computer Science.
• Overall GPA of 3.5 or above at the time of application.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (minimum of two examples, e.g., school club officer, sports team captain, resident advisor, or exceptional leadership of work projects).
• Resilient and able to adapt and respond quickly.
• Zeal for new information, knowledge, and experiences; regularly seeking and capitalizing on learning opportunities; quickly assimilating and applying new information.
• Motivated to reach higher levels within Ingersoll Rand at an accelerated rate.
• Remain geographically flexible both during and after completion of the program.

Program Details

• Opportunity to remain in the IR PTL Engineering Future Force program for 2 internship (Junior and Senior year, any semester - preferably summer) programs for a minimum of 3 months.
• Based on evaluations, potential to join the company permanently in a job-related position within the IR PTL division.
• In-person work expectations at the Hampton, NJ Engineering Facility – relocation stipend considered.
• Starting Pay: $22.50 - $27.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, hourly position.