About the role#
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is hiring a Summer Research Program Intern for the Tactical Edge Communications Group (Group 06-62). This role focuses on the design, implementation, and analysis of communication system components. You will work alongside a mentor who provides guidance and direction on your projects.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the development of advanced digital signal processing algorithms.
- Design and develop antennas or RF front-ends.
- Assist in prototyping communication systems.
- Gain exposure to various aspects of RF system design and signal processing techniques.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
- Experience with MATLAB, Python, RF systems engineering, FPGA development, GPU programming, or embedded software development is helpful.
- Familiarity with communication theory and system design is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
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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