Beam Instrumentation Electrical Engineering Co-op Position

Beam Instrumentation Electrical Engineering Co-op Position

Apply for the Beam Instrumentation Electrical Engineering Co-op Position at Fermilab.

The expected hiring range for this position is $21.26–$27.49 per hour. Pay will be determined based on scope of duties, qualifications, business considerations, internal equity, and market pay.

This Co‑op Student position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in electrical engineering within the Accelerator Directorate’s Instrumentation Department er the mentorship of seasoned engineers, you will contribute to developing and maintaining beam instrumentation and diagnostic systems for particle accelerators.

• Contribute to hardware design and/or firmware architecture for electronics used in beam diagnostic signal conditioning and instrumentation.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and refine electronic components for key projects, including PIP‑II and LBNF (DUNE).
• Build and test electronics to validate circuit designs or integrate off‑the-shelf components, ensuring performance with standard test equipment.
• Document designs, test procedures, and results to support project continuity and knowledge sharing.
• Progress from basic tasks to more complex projects with increasing independence.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent at the time of applying.
• Registered in the academic institution’s cooperative education program.
• Full‑time student enrolled in a 4‑year accredited engineering program at a U.S. college or university, or in a community college or accredited two‑year college.
• Completed at least one semester at the time of applying.
• Completed at least 6 credit hours in science, mathematics, engineering, or technology course areas, and at least 12 credit hours toward a degree.
• Commitment to completing at least three semesters or four quarters of work at Fermilab, with alternating periods of full‑time study.
• No more than rising junior academic standing.
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Proof of active health insurance coverage.
• Must be 18 years or older, a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident at the time of applying.
• Strong understanding of Electrical Engineering concepts.
• Proficiency in circuit simulation tools (e.g., Matlab, PSPice).
• Familiarity with circuit design software (e.g., Mentor Graphics, Altium, Cadence Allegro) and simulation tools.
• Familiarity with Verilog, VHDL, or Python and related software suites such as Vivado or Visual Studio Code.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and technical skills for performing work and analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to apply theoretical knowledge into practice.

• Gain hands‑on experience at a world‑renowned research institution.
• Contribute to groundbreaking projects in particle physics.
• Learn directly from experienced engineers and researchers.
• Develop practical electrical engineering and problem‑solving skills.
• Build a robust professional network within the field.

• Online application
• Unofficial transcript
• Proposed Cooperative Education Schedule, using one of the worksheets below with a preferable start date in Summer 2026
  • Quarterly: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-
  • Semester: -

• Application Period:
  January 7 – February 4, 2026
• Program Dates:
  June 1, 2026
• Offer Date:
  March 16, 2026
• Acceptance Date:
  March 23, 2026
• This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Actual responsibilities and requirements may vary.
• Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce.

• Fermilab is a safe, productive, and drug‑free work environment. All candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.
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