Electronics Engineering Intern

Associated Universities Inc. • Green Bank, WV

1d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the Green Bank Telescope at the Green Bank Observatory (GBO) in West Virginia. Our telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail.
The GBO has an opportunity for an Engineering Summer Internship with the Electronics Division located in Green Bank, WV. The Electronics Division is responsible for the operations, design, and maintenance of many of the GBT’s electronics systems. The intern will work five 8-hour days per week for a duration of up to 10 weeks.

Requirements

• You are currently enrolled undergraduate student in a bachelor’s degree program in electrical engineering degree or closely related field.
• You have completed at least two semesters and have at least one semester remaining before graduation.
• You have experience doing hands-on engineering work.
• You have completed 30 semester hours of college credit, including some courses within engineering.
• You have a current cumulative GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, unassisted; climb ladder and stairs, and working at heights above 100 feet.
• The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. Failure to pass the screen will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration for a period of six months from the date of the results.
• Applicants must provide: Current CV/Resume Unofficial, current transcripts

Responsibilities

• Electrical and/or mechanical design, electronic assembly, and testing for systems in use and under development.
• Collection, analysis and presentation of system and/or test data.
• Interfacing with technicians, craftsman, scientists, and engineers of various disciplines to solve problems.
• Developing work instructions & writing reports

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees