Internship

About the Role

• Program: Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program
• Role: Internship – Engineering, Global Attractions Program
• Company: Universal Orlando Resort
• Program Dates: Approximately May 2027 – August 2027
• Application Deadline: October 26, 2026, at 11:55 PM ET
• Location: Orlando offices (in-person experience)
• Compensation: Paid internship; potential housing financial assistance available.

Job Summary

Work with Engineers to assist with basic re-design and development efforts of Mechanical, Electrical, Show and/or Ride controls and software systems. Learn Safety systems for Ride Controls, how to interface with vendors, basic Project Management skills, and Electrical and Mechanical engineering fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, reports, procedures, and records.
• Perform and verify engineering calculations to support design, analysis, and implementation of systems.
• Plan, execute, and support factory acceptance tests to verify system functionality and compliance.
• Conduct and support site acceptance testing to confirm proper installation and operational performance.
• Diagnose, analyze, and resolve technical issues during testing, commissioning, and operation, providing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to manage technical requirements, schedules, deliverables, and issue resolution.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution.
• Current class standing of Junior or above.
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA.
• A transcript is required upon application.
• Basic AC/DC electrical knowledge.
• Proficiency in Autocad.
• Understanding of Physics and Calculus.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Preferred Skills & Knowledge:
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) knowledge preferred.
• Programming skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Preferred Majors: Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Business Management, or similar.
• Preferred Coursework: Themed Entertainment, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.

Additional Notes

• Interns must have a graduation date later than August 2027.
• Universal Orlando does not provide housing; interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.