About the role#
The Advanced Capabilities and Systems Group is looking for summer interns to join our team in Lexington, Massachusetts. You will work on research and analysis related to wireless communication, radar, and electronic warfare. This role involves both laboratory work and field testing.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research on advanced wireless communication, radar, and electronic warfare techniques.
- Analyze signal processing algorithms in laboratory settings and in the field.
- Collaborate with technical staff on system prototyping and experimentation.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
- You have strong communication skills and can explain technical concepts clearly to different audiences.
- Experience with signal processing techniques, data analysis tools, and C or C++ programming is strongly desired.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
- You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center. Founded in 1951, it focuses on technology development and system prototyping for national security. The organization is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. It employs over 4,000 people and works with industry partners to transition new concepts into deployed systems.
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