Summer Research Program Intern 2027, Mechanical Engineering (Group 07-71)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory • Lexington, MA

42d • $25 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Group provides innovative mechanical solutions for a wide range of advanced technologies. Our work has been in the areas of laser communication, high-energy lasers, telescopes, biomechanical materials, hypersonics, and radars, for systems deployed on ground, maritime, air- and space-borne platforms. We have expertise in precision engineering, opto-mechanisms, electronics packaging, large structures, composite materials, and additive manufacturing. We are the Engineering Division's center for 3D design and data management, and are involved in every step of a program's execution from conceptual design to system integration and test.

The group seeks a summer research program intern to assist technical staff members with cutting-edge research and program execution in the Mechanical/Aerospace engineering. In addition to specific technical tasks, an employment experience at Lincoln Laboratory offers the opportunity to generate real-world impact to national security and broader society through your work on challenging technology problems. You will gain exposure to a broad and deep range of technologies, expertise, and senior government stakeholders. There is a strong culture of team success through individual growth, which includes technical and professional development courses, and mentorship opportunities to continue your career journey. The workplace is diverse with an emphasis on work-life balance, employee resource groups, and other exciting opportunities.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an undergraduate degree program of study in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautics/Astronautics, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Physics
• Completed Mechanics of Materials or equivalent class
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• CAD experience
• finite element analysis experience
• prototyping experience

Responsibilities

• Engineering design including concept development using CAD software to make part models, generating drawings, and ensuring proper fabrication of parts.
• Structural analysis including creating and running finite element models, analyzing model results, structural or thermal testing, and creating databases.
• Hands-on work including prototyping, 3D printing, assembly, integration and testing of mechanical, opto-mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems. Testing duties may include test design, execution, and data analysis.

Benefits

• technical and professional development courses
• mentorship opportunities
• Housing support is available for eligible non-local interns, including access to discounted university housing in Boston and a one-time taxable relocation payment.
• Complimentary daily shuttle transportation is provided from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern