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PA Consulting

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Cambridge
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need an accredited Electronic Engineering degree, practical electronics experience, and skills in circuit design, digital electronics, embedded systems, or RF communication.
  • You will capture requirements, design systems, create prototypes, develop products, perform various tests, and assist in the transfer to manufacturing.

Requirements

  • You’ll be on track to gain an accredited degree in Electronic Engineering (or related subject, e.g. Physics, Biomedical Engineering
  • This role is open to undergraduates in their penultimate year of university. If you intend to return to university after the internship to complete an MSc, you will also be eligible for this position.
  • Have practical experience of electronics developments through university, work or home projects
  • Enjoy using your engineering skills to develop solutions to real-world problems
  • Are credible and comfortable working with clients in high performance environments
  • Can build strong relationships
  • Are curious and want to broaden their understanding of the world
  • Are collaborative and work at their best in dynamic teams
  • Are hungry for new challenges
  • You should have a knowledge and an interest across one or more of these areas:
  • Electronic circuit design principles
  • Digital electronics - DSP, FPGA
  • Microcontrollers, Microprocessors and embedded hardware design
  • Embedded software development in C
  • Power electronics and switch mode power supply design
  • Radio frequency electronics / communication systems
  • Product design experience desirable

Responsibilities

  • Requirement capture
  • System design and partitioning
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Product development
  • Test and verification
  • Functional testing, environmental testing, EMC testing, regulatory approvals, user trials
  • Transfer to manufacture

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will last for 8 weeks, starting in June 2025, with exact dates to be confirmed at the offer stage.

Where will the internship take place?

The work base for the internship will be at our Global Innovation & Technology Centre in Melbourn, Cambridge.

What qualifications are required to apply for the internship?

Applicants should be on track to gain an accredited degree in Electronic Engineering or a related subject, and this role is open to undergraduates in their penultimate year of university.

What kind of experience should applicants have?

Candidates should have practical experience in electronics development through university, work, or home projects and an interest in solving real-world problems.

Is there an age restriction for applicants?

There is no specific age restriction; however, applicants should be undergraduates in their penultimate year of university or intending to return for an MSc after the internship.

What skills or knowledge areas should applicants possess?

Applicants should have knowledge in electronic circuit design principles, digital electronics, embedded hardware design, embedded software development in C, power electronics, and radio frequency electronics, among others.

What kind of projects will interns be involved in?

Interns will work closely with experienced colleagues and participate in designing, testing, and building new products and systems, as well as creating future technology strategies.

Is there a salary for the internship?

Yes, the salary for the internship is £23,500 per annum.

Are there any benefits for interns?

Interns have access to various health and lifestyle perks, annual leave, a pension scheme, and opportunities for community and charity-based initiatives.

Is diversity and inclusion valued at PA?

Yes, PA believes that diversity fuels ingenuity and is dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where all individuals can thrive.

How can I request adjustments during the recruitment process?

If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, you can contact us at Earlycareers@paconsulting.com.

PA Consulting

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