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Centurum

Provides cybersecurity, systems integration, C5ISR solutions

Electrical Engineer Intern - Electrical Engineering, Satcom

Internship
$20 - $30/hr+ 401(k) Match + Year-end profit-sharing company match
Bachelor's
San Diego, CA, USA
In Person
Electrical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Currently enrolled as a senior undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at an accredited four-year university.
  • Expected to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering within approximately one year.
  • Must be able to maintain a Secret U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.
  • Must be able to work part-time during the academic year.
  • Have a strong academic background in electrical engineering fundamentals.
  • Have a basic understanding of electrical and electronic circuits, systems, and engineering principles.
  • Be able to read and understand electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
  • Have analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
  • Be able to work independently and effectively within a team.
  • Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Interface effectively with Government and Contractor technical and management personnel.
Responsibilities
  • Assist engineers with engineering analysis, design, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Support the development and maintenance of engineering documentation.
  • Assist with laboratory testing and collection of engineering data.
  • Review technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
  • Perform basic engineering calculations and data analysis.
  • Support engineering projects and assigned technical tasks.
  • Participate in team meetings and provide status updates on assigned work.
  • Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Have experience with engineering design, testing, troubleshooting, or laboratory activities.
  • Be familiar with computer-aided design or electrical engineering design tools.
  • Have experience with circuit analysis, embedded systems, radio frequency/electronics, or communications systems.
  • Have previous internship, project, laboratory, or hands-on engineering experience.
  • Be able to prepare technical reports and engineering documentation.

About the company

Centurum provides federal-focused technology and security services, including cybersecurity, systems integration, communications and network engineering, software engineering, operational and technical support, and information operations to support world-wide C5ISR networks and intelligence analysis. It works by assembling specialized teams to design, install, and maintain secure networks, deploy software and systems, and provide ongoing support and intelligence analysis for national security missions. It differentiates itself by maintaining offices near key federal headquarters and naval bases, enabling close collaboration with government agencies and Navy infrastructure. Its goal is to help public-sector customers deploy effective network-centric C5ISR solutions and deliver intelligence support and technical services that support national security objectives.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

McLean, Virginia

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • Centurum won a potential $98.9 million Navy SATCOM IDIQ on September 23, 2026.
  • NIEF Production Services awarded December 11, 2025 adds $95.99 million through 2032.
  • Revelio counted 391 employees in March 2026, and 81 active 2026 postings.

What critics are saying

  • PrimerFP flags eleven recompetes worth $31.1 million returning within 24 months.
  • Centurum faces a 2025 labor lawsuit, Quiambao v. The Centurum Companies, in San Diego.
  • Navy revenue concentration and expiring Depot Systems Support in November 2027 threaten an existential cliff.

What makes Centurum unique

  • Centurum holds NAVWAR positions across NIWC Pacific, NIWC Atlantic, and Seaport-NxG.
  • Its 2025-2029 SATCOM-LANT task order totals $95.1 million with NIWC Atlantic.
  • OASIS+ and GSA schedules extend access to federal technical-engineering buyers through 2035.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Dependant Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match