Internship
Industrial Automation Technical Intern
In Schneider Electric, everything we do is geared towards advancing progress and sustainability for all—our colleagues, customers, partners, and the communities and societies we serve. Whether it's through our products, software, and services that propel the digital transformation of energy management and automation, or through our corporate citizenship and volunteer activities, we make a meaningful impact by empowering people and organizations to become more resilient, electric, and digital. Which is where you come in. Working at Schneider Electric means working toward a cleaner, better world. You are part of a global team built on inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, turning sustainability ambitions into actions.
We are now hiring interns for our H1 2027 cohort! Internships will start in January 2027. Students who can commit full-time will be preferred.
Join us as an Industrial Automation Technical Intern to make an impact!
Location: Kallang
Ready to kick-start your career in Industrial Automation? Join Schneider Electric's Industrial Automation team and gain hands-on experience supporting technical pre-sales activities and solution development. You'll work with Modicon PLCs and EcoStruxure Automation Expert, contributing to customer simulations, documentation, and internal technical reviews.
What will you do?
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Gain hands-on experience with Modicon PLCs (M580, M340, Edge I/O), programming tools such as Control Expert, and EcoStruxure Automation Expert through structured training, technical learning, and shadowing of internal presentations.
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Configure PLCs for demonstrations and simulations, and perform testing of PLC logic, I/O modules, and communication protocols, including Modbus TCP.
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Create and maintain technical documentation, including datasheets and specifications, and assist in the preparation and review of Bills of Materials (BOMs) for customer proposals.
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Support project activities by contributing to system architecture reviews, hardware validation, and participating in internal reviews and customer meetings to gain exposure to solution development processes.
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Learn fault diagnosis techniques for Modicon systems and assist with troubleshooting activities during test bench testing and field simulations.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams across sales, engineering, and technical support, while sharing project updates, progress, and key insights during regular team meetings and huddles.
What qualifications will make you successful?
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Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, with an interest in industrial automation, control systems, and digital technologies.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and contribute in a hands-on technical environment.
What's in it for me?
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Real-world experience supporting projects that directly impact business outcomes
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Mentorship from leaders who are invested in helping you grow and succeed
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Exposure to strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and operational processes
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A welcoming culture that encourages questions, learning, and professional development
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A strong foundation to launch your career in General Management
Ready to gain experience that matters? Join us and take the first step toward an exciting career!
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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
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€40 billion global revenue
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+9% organic growth
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150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
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