R&D Intern Electrical Engineering Intern - Sperry Drilling

We are looking for the right people — people who want to Innovate. Achieve. Grow. Lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to achieve their career potential . Explore the possibilities in a career that helps bring energy to the world . At Halliburton , we want people who want to make a difference. Take risks. Inspire. Be inspired. Learn. Collaborate to create a better future in a safe, ethical, and dynamic workplace with limitless opportunity.

What You’ll Do…

These positions are located at our Sperry Technology R&D Facilities in Houston, Texas. At Sperry Drilling Technology interns get core electrical engineering experience as most systems are developed in-house from the grounds up. With various development projects underway from concept to commercialization, interns get the opportunity to work hands-on on actual projects under the guidance of senior engineers and scientists.

Intern program philosophy is to “recruit once, hire twice” with the hope to hire interns back into full-time or return internship roles.

The internship program assignments are 10-14 weeks in duration and are full-time internships on-site. The summer 2027 internship is expected to begin on or around May 23, 2027.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Projects you could potentially work on, and skills include:

• Digital, analog and mixed signal circuit design
• Simulation and modeling using applications such as LTSpice, Matlab, ModelSim.
• Circuit schematic, printed circuit board layout, prototype assembly and testing
• Proficiency in using advanced lab equipment
• Well conversant in C, embedded programming for a variety of microcontrollers, DSPs and FPGAs
• Power electronics, power supply design topologies, motor control and control systems
• Understanding of communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, etc. High speed communication protocols such as Ethernet and USB
• Digital logic design and knowledge in Verilog or VHDL
• PC applications development in C#, Python, etc., that interface with lab equipment and embedded processors

What You’ll Bring to Our Team

Required Qualifications:

• Students enrolled in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Bachelor, Master and PhDs with a major GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Student has completed at least one semester of core electrical engineering course work and exhibit aptitude towards practical engineering work
• Strong analytical and technical skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior intern, co-op, or research experience
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and results-oriented  
• Strong problem-solving abilities  

What We Offer…

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. To qualify, your university and/or permanent address must be more than 50 miles from your work location.

• Corporate housing provided for the summer to those candidates who qualify.
• Relocation assistance.

Salary Range: $26/hour for students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree; $31/hour for students pursuing a Master’s degree; $36/hour for students pursuing a PhD

_Please note that pay information shown below is a general guide only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. _

What’s In It for you:

• An internship with Halliburton will provide great insight to see if this is the right career for you.
• You’ll receive hands-on, real-world work experience that will help you prepare for the next step in your career.
• You’ll become an integral part of our team and be expected to deliver results that will make an impact.
• Develop meaningful connections with industry leaders, learn a lot about the industry and develop the cutting-edge skills you need to become a leader for tomorrow.
• Collaborate with teams across the globe and with diverse backgrounds – both professionally and culturally.

Halliburton’s Commitment

Enhance the economic and social well-being of our employees and the communities in which we operate – Our intent is to be a preferred employer and make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work.

Employee Investment: Halliburton is able to innovate, achieve, grow and lead for one reason: our people. We invest in our employees through competitive compensation plans, health benefits, work-life programs, and rewards and incentive plans.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At Halliburton, no matter who you are, or where you come from, you will be given the opportunity to have your voice heard – and the opportunity to succeed. We understand that diversity matters, because great minds don’t always think alike.

Sustainability: At Halliburton, sustainability is serving our customers, employees, stakeholders, and communities in an environmentally, socially, and ethically responsible way.