Research and Development Engineer Intern

Penn State University • University Park, PA

65d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Applied Signals & System Integration Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking undergraduates to assist ARL engineers in the areas of signal processing, data analysis, and test & evaluation. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. This is a paid internship located several miles off campus; relocation and housing are not provided.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen to apply
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance
• Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen

Nice To Haves

• Mechanically inclined or the ability to learn and be comfortable trying new things
• Knowledge of MATLAB or Python
• Ability to take data in an organized fashion and write a report about their results

Responsibilities

• Support for modeling, fabrication, and documentation
• Support for testing, data analysis, and data display
• Contribute to the research and development of unique algorithmic solutions for a wide array of sponsor requirements, with a focus on machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Assist with the design, assembly, and testing of prototype hardware

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Opportunity to work up to 20 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours/week over the summer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed