Sensor Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)
About The Position
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Sensor Electrical Engineering interns support research and development of precision inertial guidance instruments for next-generation guidance applications. Interns are matched with a team based on their skills, experience, interests, and relevant background, and work with senior technical staff on various programs. The role contributes to national security and advances technology through collaborative, results-oriented work. Students participate in product development, including design and prototyping, analysis and simulation, modeling, and testing. Work may involve instrumentation electronics such as low-noise operational amplifiers, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters, and analog filtering; accelerometers, gyroscopes, and other sensors, including MEMS; printed circuit board layout, routing, integration, and testing; and digital systems using FPGAs, microcontrollers, and ASICs for signal, image, and data processing. Interns are expected to communicate their work orally and through written memos and presentations. The position runs during the summer months of 2027.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen; dual citizens cannot be accepted, and Draper cannot sponsor or hire individuals holding H-1B or student visas.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited engineering curriculum.
- Experience with two or more of the listed skill areas is sought: scripting and modeling; simulation tools; digital/FPGA design tools; board and chip design tool sets; signal integrity, layout, and grounding principles; digital signal processing or controls; or hands-on digital and/or analog electronics design, test, and debugging.
- Able to work as a self-starter and team player, with a desire to learn and advance technology.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar scripting and modeling tools.
- Experience with SPICE, CST, COMSOL, ANSYS HFSS, or SIwave simulation tools.
- Experience with Xilinx Vivado or Microsemi Libero digital/FPGA design tools.
- Experience with Cadence or Mentor Graphics board and chip design tool sets.
- Knowledge of signal integrity, layout, and grounding design principles.
- Experience with digital signal processing, classical controls, and/or modern controls.
- Hands-on experience in digital and/or analog electronics design, test, and debugging.
Responsibilities
- Support research and development of precision inertial guidance instruments for next-generation guidance applications.
- Work with senior technical staff on assigned programs as part of a matched team.
- Participate in product development activities, including design and prototyping, analysis and simulation, modeling, and testing.
- Contribute to work involving instrumentation electronics, sensors, printed circuit boards, and digital systems, as assigned.
- Communicate work effectively through oral presentations and written memos.
Benefits
- Workplace flexibility programs.
- Employee clubs, including photography and yoga.
- Health and finance workshops.
- Off-site social events.
- Discounts to local museums and cultural activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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