Summer Research Program Intern 2027, AI and Geospatial Analysis for Natural Hazards (04-47)
About The Position
The Energy Systems Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory seeks a summer intern to help develop an AI-enabled portfolio analysis capability. The multidisciplinary team uses agentic AI to integrate Department of War-funded research and development documentation with technical and geospatial data, identify trends and gaps, assess prior investments, and guide future research addressing natural-hazard risks. The intern will help design and implement AI-based analysis tools. The resulting software and analyses will contribute to a lasting capability used to inform future research investments and operational priorities. The Summer Research Program gives students the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to national security challenges while working with scientists and engineers. Interns participate in hands-on research, receive dedicated mentorship, and take part in professional development activities such as workshops, technology talks, and networking events. Internships typically last 10–12 weeks, with flexible start and end dates, usually from May through early August.
Requirements
- Pursuing a B.S., M.S., and/or Ph.D. in computer science, data science, engineering, applied mathematics, geographic information science, or a related technical discipline.
- Python software development experience.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance; selected candidates are subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Capability or interest in large language models, AI agents, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or related AI/ML methods.
- Capability or interest in GIS, geospatial analysis, and spatial data processing.
- Capability or interest in data engineering, visualization, and quantitative analysis.
- Capability or interest in natural hazards, infrastructure resilience, or systems analysis.
Responsibilities
- Develop agentic AI workflows to extract, connect, and analyze information across technical documents.
- Integrate GIS and natural-hazard data to assess geographic coverage, needs, and portfolio gaps.
- Develop and evaluate prototype analysis and visualization tools.
Benefits
- Housing support for eligible non-local interns, including access to discounted university housing in Boston and a one-time taxable relocation payment.
- Complimentary daily shuttle transportation between Boston-based housing and the Lab.
- Dedicated mentorship and professional development opportunities, including workshops, tech talks, and networking events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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