Summer Intern – Hardware Engineer (Connectivity and Sensing),

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Summer Intern – Hardware Engineer (Connectivity and Sensing), Hague Road Technical Center – Indianapolis, Indiana 

As an Allegion Hardware Engineer, you will contribute meaningful work and make a direct impact on Allegion’s Connectivity and Sensing Team. The Connectivity and Sensing Team is a growing advanced development engineering organization focused on wireless connectivity. The team develops technology solutions utilizing the latest in wireless technologies including low-power WiFi, ultra-wide band (UWB), and Matter.  

 
You will gain valuable experience in defining and scoping requirements for hardware, designing and documenting architecture, schematic capture, PCB layout, testing, and integration into a larger modular system. Additional opportunities include learning electronic locking systems, access control solutions, and participating in peer reviews on design and testing. 

If you are seeking a summer experience that offers meaningful work, learning opportunities, professional development and an opportunity to build strong relationships with your peers and leaders, Allegion is the right place for you!  

What You Will Do:  

• Gain experience with embedded wireless technologies such as WiFi, BLE, UWB and Thread 

• Utilize tools engineering tools for schematic capture, PCB layout, simulation, and design analysis 

• Gain experience in embedded hardware design and testing techniques 

• Deepen your understanding of RF design and antenna considerations  

• Work with a team to produce well-rounded solutions 

• Participate in daily and other regular team meetings, including project teams and hardware competency 

• Deepen your understanding in basic electronics and the use of electrical tools, such as a digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, and digital logic analyzers 

• Obtain the experience to create a foundation for growth and future opportunities with Allegion 

What You Need to Succeed:  

• Pursuing a degree in a relevant discipline, e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering Technology, and Electrical Engineering Technology 

• Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative, e.g. school club officer, sports team captain, resident advisor, leadership on school or work projects, etc. 

• At least one class in basic circuit theory or design - preference is mid-level proficiency in circuit design 

• Familiarity with Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD design tool is a plus 

• Effective listening, time management and creative problem-solving techniques  

• A desire to learn, grow and develop by working on projects that