Hardware Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) - Portsmouth, NH

Job Overview

The Hubbell Internship Program is a 10 to 12-week program providing students the opportunity to gain corporate experience, learn about all aspects of our business, and prepare students with the kind of experience needed to have a rewarding career at Hubbell.                  
 

A Day In The Life

Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by: 

• Applying skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences.  
• Working on comprehensive, value-added projects. 
• Working in teams and with colleagues in a professional environment. 
• Developing technical skills specific to your major. 
• Providing opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business. 
• Providing a presentation to the local management team at the end of the program. 
• Gaining knowledge of the industry as it pertains to the Hubbell business location.  
• Gaining experience in planning and organizational skills. 
• Working on challenging robust projects that will provide practical experience. 
• Assisting with process improvement. 
• Managing multiple projects with overlapping tasks and working independently with minimal supervision. 
• Providing support and assistance to co-workers as appropriate. 

 

Mechanical Engineering Responsibilities

Responsible for the hardware design and development activities associated with high volume electronic products associated with the Smart Meter industry.

· Hardware will include specialized electronic packages, circuit board assemblies, enclosures for ANSI meters and other related products

· Perform mechanical engineering duties (3D Layout, Light Fabrication and Assembly, testing and production support) as assigned

· Assist in component fabrication and testing

· Work with Mechanical engineers to support any design activities

· Handle part design independently to completion

· Work with Tooling vendors to complete Design For Manufacturing

· Write test protocols and perform the product testing as required

· Responsible to run analytical tools based on requirement

· Ensure designs are to exceed requirements of governing agencies (i.e., FCC and UL) and must be capable of listing with these agencies where applicable.

· Work productively both individually or as part of a team

What will help you thrive in this role?

 

• Enrollment in an accredited university working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree related to the internship (required) 
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (required) 
• Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred. 
• Candidates should possess strong engineering and computer skills with the ability to learn new systems. Experience using 3D Cad software like Solidworks is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, and heat transfer is a must
• Skill -- Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering science and technology
• Creativity and innovation essential to meet customer requirements and to improve performance, quality and cost
• Work under the direction of a lead Engineer or Engineering Manager
• Gain trouble shooting techniques and solve defined engineering problems under guidance
• Produce clear and concise verbal and written communication, test report

Expectations: The intern will be expected to work full-time at 40 hours/week and will be compensated on an hourly basis.
Compensation Range: $22.50/hour - $29.00/hour (dependent upon graduation date)
 

Hubbell Incorporated

 

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

 

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corp