Job description
Sensata Interns have the unique opportunity to work on a technical project in one of our engineering divisions. Throughout the internship experience, you will receive direct feedback from peers and managers, engage with other interns in the program, and will have multiple learning opportunities through Lunch and Learn presentations and training courses. Our Intern Program is inclusive to all our US sites and is designed to give each intern a concentrated view of what it is like to be an engineer at Sensata.
Internship projects vary from year to year and are based on current business needs at the time of the internship. Specific details will be provided prior to your start date, but all projects are technical and require a sound understanding of engineering principles.
As an Electrical Engineering intern, possible responsibilities could include
- Support multiple new applications, defining use of existing ASICs and new ASIC needs.
- Build and test prototype samples.
- Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines.
- Create engineering prints and specifications.
- Use computers to model device performance and visualize complex designs.
- Apply statistical methods to data analysis.
- Interface with customers on key design issues.
- Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines.
- Responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment and other hardware systems.
- Determines design approaches and parameters.
- Evaluates equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.
- Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability.
Successful candidates will be able to
- Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
- Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
- Take initiative and think creatively
- Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
- Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader
Requirements
- Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar from an accredited program
- U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident status is required
This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.
At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. In addition to the competitive hourly rates offered, all interns receive a sign-on bonus.
Interns at Sensata Technologies are eligible to participate in benefits including paid holidays, sick time, and medical insurance.
Engineering/IT Intern Hourly Rates
- Sophomore Graduating 2030: $25.00
- Junior Graduating 2029: $27.00
- Senior Graduating 2028: $29.00
- Graduate Students: $32.00
Pay & benefits
About this role
About Dynapower
Company Overview
Dynapower, a Sensata Technologies company
HeadquartersSouth Burlington, VT, US
Founded1963
SizeApproximately 200 employees (source: pitchbook.com)
What They Do
Dynapower specializes in the design and manufacture of high-power conversion equipment, including rectifiers, inverters, DC/DC converters, integrated battery energy storage systems, and transformers, serving a diverse range of sectors such as industrial, defense, hydrogen, e-mobility, energy storage, mining, and research (source: linkedin.com). The company emphasizes vertically integrated engineering, manufacturing, and testing within its 150,000-square-foot South Burlington facility, allowing full control over design, production, and quality assurance processes (source: revermont.org). Dynapower's product portfolio includes custom and standard power conversion systems tailored for utility-scale and commercial energy storage, as well as industrial applications such as metal finishing, mining, water treatment, chemical production, and battery formation (source: thomasnet.com). The company has established itself as a leader in storage power electronics, with over 900 MW of energy storage inverters, DC-DC converters, and integrated energy storage systems installed globally (source: linkedin.com).
Projects & Track Record
Dynapower launched the MV Integrated PowerSkid™ in June 2025, a next-generation utility-scale product designed to enhance grid-scale power conversion and energy storage integration, reflecting the company's commitment to advancing clean energy technologies (source: dynapower.com). The company boasts a broad deployment footprint with more than 900 MW of energy storage inverters, DC-DC converters, and energy storage systems installed worldwide, serving a global customer base across hydrogen, e-mobility, industrial, mining, defense, and research sectors (source: linkedin.com). Dynapower's products are integral to various industrial applications, including metal finishing, water treatment, and chemical production, demonstrating versatility and reliability in demanding environments (source: revermont.org).
Recent Developments
In July 2022, Dynapower was acquired by Sensata Technologies for $580 million in cash, transitioning the company into an operating unit within a larger industrial technology group and expanding its market reach (source: pbn.com). In June 2025, Dynapower announced the launch of its next-generation MV Integrated PowerSkid™, targeting utility-scale energy storage and grid applications to meet evolving clean energy demands (source: dynapower.com). Additionally, the company has maintained active federal contracting engagements, with the most recent award recorded in April 2026, underscoring its ongoing role in government and defense-related projects (source: highergov.com).
Working There
Dynapower employs approximately 200 people, with core functions centered on power electronics engineering, manufacturing, testing, sales, and aftermarket services, all primarily based at its South Burlington headquarters and manufacturing plant (source: linkedin.com). The company fosters a manufacturing culture focused on custom power conversion solutions, vertically integrated production, and long product lifecycles, supporting a customer-facing and engineering-intensive environment (source: revermont.org). Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST, with inquiries handled through the South Burlington office, reflecting a structured and accessible workplace (source: dynapower.com).
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