Summer Research Program Intern 2027, Communications Networks & Analysis (Group 06-65)
About The Position
Researchers in the Communication Networks & Analysis develop technologies, algorithms, and architectures to provide resilient and interoperable communications across the joint force. They apply expertise in line-of-sight and beyond-line-of-sight communications and networking to design and build robust connectivity to support users operating in congested and/or contested environments. Their solutions improve the resilience and capacity of individual communications systems and enable seamless integration of these systems. The Communication Networks & Analysis Group is seeking a summer intern to assist in the development and performance analysis of algorithms and protocols for wireless communications networks. The successful candidate will design, implement and/or test new protocols at multiple layers in the protocol stack under the guidance of a mentor. Possible topics include: Conduct research and development in the areas of communications networks with emphasis on physical and MAC layer algorithms and protocols. Characterize performance and fidelity limitations of current physical- and link-layer wireless network emulation techniques, and discover methods to push these limitations. Collect and analyze performance data from physical- and link-layer wireless network emulation models, under high-throughput and low-latency scenarios.
Requirements
- Pursuing BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science
- Coursework in communications and networks
- Experience with programming and scripting languages such as C/C++, Java, Python
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MATLAB preferred
- Familiarity with Linux preferred
- Familiarity with network monitoring, analysis, and test tools such as Wireshark, iPerf is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement and/or test new protocols at multiple layers in the protocol stack under the guidance of a mentor.
- Conduct research and development in the areas of communications networks with emphasis on physical and MAC layer algorithms and protocols.
- Characterize performance and fidelity limitations of current physical- and link-layer wireless network emulation techniques, and discover methods to push these limitations.
- Collect and analyze performance data from physical- and link-layer wireless network emulation models, under high-throughput and low-latency scenarios.
Benefits
- Housing support is available for eligible non-local interns
- Access to discounted university housing in Boston
- A one-time taxable relocation payment
- Complimentary daily shuttle transportation is provided from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
