2026 Internship - Electronic Warfare Intern

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

11h•$23 - $48

About The Position

Do you love innovating concepts for next generation engineering systems? If you are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics we're looking for someone like you to join the Electronic Warfare Advanced Development Group at APL! We are seeking to develop the next generation of Electronic Warfare interns to pioneer the future of Electronic Warfare (EW) and accelerate its impact to operational communities. We strive to obtain spectrum superiority by controlling the electromagnetic spectrum, including the development of advanced sensors, the creation of more intelligent schemes to characterize the environment, and the implementation of advanced offensive electronic capabilities. You will have the opportunity to pursue an array of scientific research through internal and external funding. As an Electronic Warfare Intern, you will... Learn, grow, and develop new skills from experts in EW Be exposed to all aspects of EW development Actively pursue, support, prototype, and test new technologies for future EW Innovate, develop and evaluate concepts for next generation EW systems

Requirements

Pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
An ability to establish relationships and effectively interact in various teams, with management and external sponsors, and across organizational boundaries.
Demonstrated initiative, an open and curious mindset.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Note: When prompted to upload attachments, please include a copy of your college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
Are able to obtain a Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

A track record of successfully solving complex challenges.
Prior internship or research experience in any of the following areas: Signal Processing, Electromagnetics, Firmware, Software, Radar, FPGA, Software Defined Radios, Antennas, Jamming, RF Engineering, Wireless Engineering, Communications, Electro-Optical. Engineering, Infrared Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Machine Learning.
An active security clearance.