About the role#
Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories is looking for a graduate student to build high-fidelity full-stack GNC simulators for space applications. You will work on software that supports closed-loop execution using synthetic imagery and real-time visualization. We encourage interns to publish the results of their research during the program.
What you'll do#
- Develop full-stack GNC simulators for space missions.
- Create software that enables closed-loop execution with synthetic imagery.
- Build tools for real-time visualization.
- Document and publish your research findings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate program for Aerospace, Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
- Proficiency in Matlab, Python, or C/C++.
- Experience with rendering engines and their APIs, specifically Blender, Unreal, or Unity.
- Background in synthetic image generation and computer vision.
- Familiarity with spacecraft dynamics, motion planning, and state estimation.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 3 to 6 months with a rolling start date.
- Compensation: 6,000 to 8,000 dollars per month.
- Benefits: Includes a relocation stipend, travel coverage, a monthly Charlie Card for commuting, and health insurance after a 90-day waiting period.
- Employment status: Full-time and paid with sponsorship available for qualified candidates.
About Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories
Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories is the United States subsidiary of the corporate research and development division of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. Founded in 1991 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the organization employs between 51 and 200 people. It conducts basic and applied research in fields such as artificial intelligence, signal processing, and multi-physical modeling. The laboratory publishes its findings to support collaboration with the global research community.
How to get in at Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories
Securing an internship at Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories requires timing. Because early applicants are often reviewed before the candidate pool becomes unmanageable, you should use Intern Insider to receive an instant alert the moment a new role is published. This helps you submit your materials among the first candidates. Reaching out to the right person is equally important. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles, allowing you to contact them directly to ask about the position or a potential referral. This direct outreach often improves your response rates compared to submitting an application through a standard queue.
