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Controls Engineer Internship, Summer 2026

Req ID: 46929

Job Location (Short): Durham, NC, USA

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable engineering? At **Danfoss Drives** , we’re leading the way in energy-efficient solutions, and we’re looking for passionate interns to join our **Product Development team** in **Research Triangle Park, NC** .

This is your chance to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in **high-power electrical motor drives and grid converters** . You’ll work alongside skilled engineers in a global environment that values innovation, collaboration, and diversity.

Join us and take the first step toward a career where your ideas help build a better tomorrow.

What You’ll Be Doing

+ Set up **hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems** and models for testing and development.

+ Contribute to the **development and optimization of HIL model libraries** .

+ Support research in **control systems topics** and assist with **test automation** .

+ Write and refine code using **C/C++, VHDL, and Python** .

+ Perform **lab testing** and collaborate on innovative solutions.

What We're Looking For

+ At least **1 year of M.Sc. studies** in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.

+ Knowledge of **HIL modeling** , **C/C++** , **Python** , and **Matlab/Simulink** .

+ A proactive mindset with a passion for engineering and learning.

+ Ability to work well in a team and take initiative in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Get from Us

1. We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.

2. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.

3. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

4. You’ll receive benefits that vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Information at a Glance

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.