**Why Mayo Clinic** Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed. **Responsibilities** The Mayo Clinic Special Purpose Processor Development Group (https://sppdglab.mayo.edu/about-sppdg/index.html) (SPPDG) is seeking electrical engineering students interested in a co-op position to gain familiarity with various research and development (R&D) activities. **Anticipated length of the co-op position is from January through August 2025 (spring semester and summer).** The Special Purpose Processor Development Group (SPPDG) is a research group within Mayo Clinic, comprised of electronics hardware, software, and firmware engineers supporting a variety of design, analysis, and testing efforts. As part of this R&D team, the candidate would perform fundamental electronics engineering functions by applying technical knowledge and experience to perform basic engineering tasks using state-of-the-art computerized tools. The candidate would work under close supervision, with plans and completed assignments reviewed by Supervisor or senior technical group members. **Qualifications** Applicants must be enrolled in an electrical engineering program from an accredited college or university and have completed a minimum of four semesters (or the equivalent) of instruction toward their degree. **Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Must be a US citizen.** Successful candidates will have an interest in electronics hardware engineering, with coursework and/or project experience in areas such as basic electrical DC and AC circuits, electromagnetic fields and transmission line theory, printed circuit board design, electronics laboratory testing, electronics power delivery, and circuit simulation and modeling. **Exemption Status** Nonexempt **Compensation Detail** This position has a predetermined rate of $27.21 per hour. **Benefits Eligible** No **Schedule** Full Time **Hours/Pay Period** 80 **Schedule Details** Monday-Friday; Work schedule of 9 hours per day, 9 weekdays per two week pay period. Anticipated length of the co-op position is from January through August 2025 (spring semester and summer). **Weekend Schedule** N/A **International Assignment** No **Site Description** Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations) **Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer** As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available. **Recruiter** Stephanie Baird **Equal opportunity** As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.