Controls Engineering Intern

As a Controls Engineering Intern, you will support the design, development, and implementation of automated control systems under the guidance of experienced Controls Engineers. This internship provides hands-on experience in working with PLCs, industrial communication networks, and electrical control systems. You will contribute to real-world projects and gain valuable insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of a Controls Engineer in a high-paced engineering environment.

The iA Intern Program is a 10-week summer internship, running from, Tuesday June 1, 2027, through Friday, August 6, 2027.

Assist in the design and commissioning of automation control systems, including:

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Industrial communication networks

Motor control systems (variable and fixed speed)

Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs)

Support in writing, testing, and documenting PLC code under supervision

Help develop project scopes and system documentation

Participate in reviewing system requirements and control strategies with engineering staff

Assist in selecting components and reviewing technical specifications

Learn to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Support system testing and troubleshooting using diagnostic tools such as multimeters

Collaborate with engineers to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget and within specifications

Uphold safety standards and follow operational procedures at all times

Maintain accurate records of work performed and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field

Basic understanding of control systems and automation concepts

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Attention to detail and willingness to learn

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Exposure to PLC programming (e.g., ladder logic)

iA® (Innovation Associates®) is a pharmacy fulfillment company that provides an integrated platform of capabilities to support Centralized and Community Pharmacy Fulfillment Solutions. With over 30 years of experience in the pharmacy fulfillment business, we have developed and implemented a suite of automation and software solutions that help deliver quick and sustainable business results. Our integrated Pharmacy Fulfillment Platform enables scalable solutions that helps run the prescription fulfillment process from prescription acceptance to delivery, supporting dynamic design flexibility to service pharmacies in a variety of volumes and settings. Our solutions improve workflow, and increase efficiency, while enabling more time for pharmacists to focus on their patients. iA works with pharmacy providers in the Commercial, Health Systems, Government, and Mail Order/eCommerce markets. iA can help customers transform their pharmacy. For more information, visit iARx.com .

Our Mission: We partner with providers to transform pharmacy through our leading-edge software enabled fulfillment technology and partners to deepen the patient-pharmacist relationship, enhancing patient safety and choice while increasing operational efficiency. iA empowers pharmacists to focus on patient care. iA can run the prescription fulfillment process from start to finish, helping pharmacies manage fulfillment and inventory to help lower costs, improve efficiency, increase safety, and provide comprehensive Rx tracking and real-time support.

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