About the role#
The Multimodal Systems Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is hiring an undergraduate student for an Engineering Support Intern position. You will work alongside Engineering Technologists to support the research and development of solutions for the Navy, the Department of Defense, and the Intelligence Community. This is a part-time, on-site role based in State College, Pennsylvania. The position is paid and open to students studying Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. ## What you'll do
- Develop specialized electrical, mechanical, or software tools to support the testing of electromechanical systems.
- Use computer-aided design software to create electrical, mechanical, or software products.
- Document existing and new system architectures.
- Assist Engineering Technologists with daily tasks.
What you'll need#
- You must be a U.S. citizen.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Familiarity with shop equipment, practices, and procedures.
- Fundamental knowledge of electrical circuit design.
- Experience using MATLAB and LABVIEW.
- Basic knowledge of RF, circuit board construction, and wiring harness construction.
- A fundamental understanding of electronics and electronic test equipment.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in State College, PA.
- The position is part-time with hours up to 40 per week during the summer semester, with the possibility to continue beyond the summer.
- Employment requires successful completion of background checks.
- Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with federal contractor monitoring requirements.
About Penn State University
Penn State University is an educational institution founded in 1855. It operates 24 campuses and serves a student body of nearly 88,000 people. The university focuses on education and research. It is based in University Park, Pennsylvania.
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