Autonomy and Real-Time Planning Intern

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory • Cambridge, MA

34d • $20 - $45

About The Position

The Autonomy & Real-Time Planning Group is seeking an undergraduate student to support current programs developing autonomy solutions for the air, ground, and undersea domains. In this role, the student will be responsible for supporting development needs of our sponsors as part of a multidisciplinary team. Duties may include analysis, algorithm development, and software development for autonomy applications.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Students should be pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical fields.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred candidate will have hardware and software experience.
• Preferred candidate will have an interest and relevant experience in robotic research in motion planning and control.
• Preferred candidate will have strong programming experience (e.g., C/C++, Python, MATLAB), with knowledge of the Robot Operating System (ROS).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
• Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees