About the role#
The Systems and Analysis group evaluates concepts that maintain the technological advantage of the United States Air Force. Our work informs government decision-makers and impacts military acquisitions and daily missions. You will join our group for the summer to conduct independent assessments based on modeling and simulation, supported by ground and flight testing.
What you'll do#
- Learn systems analysis skills by breaking down complex problems into basic components.
- Conduct a summer project with guidance from a full-time staff mentor.
- Develop physics-based models and data analysis tools.
- Collaborate with your mentor to research and compile relevant technical information.
- Run small-scale simulations and investigate technical topics.
- Participate in bi-weekly status meetings.
- Deliver an end-of-summer presentation to interns and staff.
- Work with professional graphic artists to build clear, accurate presentation slides.
- Participate in a laboratory-wide internship competition to pitch new techniques or devices.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least 2 years toward a degree in a technical field such as Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Economics.
- Ability to program in a technical environment using languages like MATLAB, Python, C++, or Java.
- Strong technical skills and intellectual curiosity.
- Eagerness to tackle open-ended problems.
- Ability to communicate complex technical information to a broad audience.
- Interest in modeling and simulation.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located in Lexington, Massachusetts.
- The term is for Summer 2027.
- This role is on-site.
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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