Summer Research Program Intern 2027, Software and Electronics Engineering (Group 07-76)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory • Lexington, MA

52d • $25 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

Group 76, Software and Electronics Engineering, is seeking Summer Interns to join our team. Under the guidance of MIT Lincoln Laboratory technical staff, Summer Interns will contribute to the design, development, and testing of software and/or electronics systems supporting a range of applications, which may include embedded or application software, firmware, precision controls, or PCB design, depending on project assignment. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers across the full development lifecycle, from concept and analysis through prototyping, integration, and validation. A successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment. The candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing tasks independently as well as part of a team, while demonstrating strong initiative and problem-solving skills. Must be able to communicate clearly with teammates, administrators, and outside collaborators. 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. Exposure to a broad and deep range of technologies, expertise, and senior government stakeholders. A strong culture of team success through individual growth. This includes technical and professional development courses, and mentorship opportunities to continue your career journey. A diverse workplace with an emphasis on work-life balance, employee resource groups, and other exciting opportunities. The Summer Research Program offers students the chance to apply their academic knowledge to real-world national security challenges while working alongside leading scientists and engineers. As an SRP intern, you’ll engage in hands-on research, receive dedicated mentorship, and take part in professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and networking events—all while building connections within a vibrant community of peers. Internships are typically 10–12 weeks, with flexible start and end dates, typically May through early August. 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.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen, able to qualify for and maintain a Secret level DoW security clearance.
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Self-driven and self-disciplined, with a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Comfortable and productive in a highly computerized work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with others respectfully and develop productive working relationships.
• Able to work constructively alone or in larger teams to meet the needs of the project.
• Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Python, C, or C++
• Familiarity with Linux and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and tools
• Experience with FPGA development using VHDL or Verilog
• Experience with PCB design and layout
• Familiarity with analog, RF, digital, mixed-signal, or power electronics
• Familiarity with circuit simulation tools such as PSpice
• Coursework or hands-on experience with system dynamics
• Familiarity with sensors and actuators
• Experience with signal processing
• Exposure to state estimation techniques

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of software and/or electronics systems supporting a range of applications, which may include embedded or application software, firmware, precision controls, or PCB design, depending on project assignment.
• Work alongside experienced engineers across the full development lifecycle, from concept and analysis through prototyping, integration, and validation.
• Engage in hands-on research.
• Receive dedicated mentorship.
• Take part in professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and networking events.

Benefits

• Technical and professional development courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Housing support for eligible non-local interns
• Access to discounted university housing in Boston
• One-time taxable relocation payment
• Complimentary daily shuttle transportation from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree