About the role#
This is a paid, full-time Co-Op position for students pursuing degrees in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, Computer, or Environmental Engineering, as well as Physics or Data Science. You will support the research and development of systems, hardware, and software, contributing to the full engineering and manufacturing life cycle.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, and enhance engineering solutions for challenging technical problems.
- Implement, test, and perform analysis, providing documentation support throughout the process.
- Generate and present test reports, including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions based on collected data.
- Assist with preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and common fixtures.
- Maintain equipment calibration records and manage the compilation, reading, and interpretation of measurement data for review.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate engineering or science degree program.
- Ability to perform hands-on laboratory instrumentation, analysis, and measurement activities.
- Strong computer skills, specifically in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- The role is a full-time, rolling co-op term.
About Draper
Draper is a nonprofit engineering firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company provides engineering services to government, industry, and academic partners. Its work spans domains from undersea environments to space systems. With a staff of nearly 3,000 employees, the company focuses on technical challenges in national security and health.
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