Internship Programme 2026 - Electrical Engineer

About the Programme

Are you an Electrical Engineering student eager to gain real-world design and project experience? Ethos’ Internship Programme offers you the chance to rotate across teams within our Engineering Studio, where you will work on live client projects under the guidance of senior engineers and a dedicated buddy. This cross-disciplinary model ensures exposure to a wide range of building services disciplines, preparing you for both your academic progression and future career in the building services industry.

You will be part of a collaborative and people-focused environment, where every contribution is valued. Our interns don’t just observe – they actively participate, applying knowledge from university in a professional setting, gaining skills that set them apart for graduate roles.

Key Features of the Ethos Internship Programme

• Rotations within the Engineering Studio, offering cross-disciplinary exposure.
• Buddy system for one-to-one support and guidance.
• Placement opportunities during the summer or academic year.
• Learn directly from industry leaders in a supportive, people-oriented culture.
• Opportunity to build your professional network and gain insight into consultancy life.

Experience & Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong academic performance in relevant coursework.
• This role is hybrid, requiring candidates to be based in Ireland with mandatory attendance in our Dublin office three (3) times a week.
• Previous placement or project experience in building services is beneficial but not required.

Candidate Attributes

• A proactive self-starter with a strong desire to learn.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal.
• Adaptable and willing to engage across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in the building services sector.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, analysis, and documentation of electrical systems for building projects, including power distribution, lighting, life-safety, and low-voltage systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams through rotations in different groups, gaining a broad understanding of building services disciplines.
• Conduct technical research and analysis to support engineering decisions.
• Assist in preparing technical drawings, reports, and design documentation using industry-standard tools.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with CIBSE, IEC, BS, IS, and EN standards.
• Attend project meetings, training sessions, and workshops to expand your technical and professional knowledge.
• Visit project sites to observe installations, inspections, and commissioning activities, gaining hands-on field experience.
• Contribute ideas for sustainable and energy-efficient electrical solutions.

Key Activities

• Participate in electrical design and analysis activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various projects.
• Conduct research to support engineering decisions.
• Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance technical skills.
• Engage in project meetings and client interactions.
• Contribute to the development of sustainable and energy-efficient electrical systems.

Here at Ethos, we believe in equal opportunities and that each individual can bring something ‘WoW’ to our organisation. So if you don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, but think you have what it takes, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

At Ethos, our vision is to:

“Be the company people want to work with, and for”

Recruitment Agencies: Please do not reply to this job advert. Should Ethos require assistance with this posting, you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.