ARL Part-Time Grad

Penn State University•University Park, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Penn State’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking a motivated graduate student to join the Advanced Manufacturing Process Development Department in the Materials Science and Applications Division. This paid spring internship focuses on additive manufacturing design, fabrication, and testing. Typical work includes designing for additive manufacturing, developing tools, executing prints, tracking fabrication processes, collecting data, reviewing research literature, and documenting work. The position is fully on-site in State College, Pennsylvania, with project-dependent options for hybrid on-site and work-from-home arrangements. Work is up to 20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week over the summer. Relocation and housing are not provided. ARL develops innovative solutions to scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense, and the Intelligence Community. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible to obtain a government security clearance. Employment also involves background checks, participation in ARL’s drug testing program, and compliance with applicable electronic and physical monitoring requirements.

Requirements

Currently pursuing graduate studies; students in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering Design, or an additive-manufacturing-specific degree program are encouraged to apply.
Ability to manage schedules and tasks, prioritize efforts, and communicate with the team.
Critical-thinking skills, including the ability to drive research and testing requirements.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance.
Successful completion of required background check(s).

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAD; SolidWorks and NX are preferred.
Programming experience with MATLAB or Python.
Mechatronics experience, including LabVIEW, Arduino, or sensor integration.
Experience with additive manufacturing technology and systems.
Experience with finite element analysis and thermal modeling.
A record of success in conference presentations, white papers, and report writing.
Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher is preferred.