About the role#
The Systems Manufacturing Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is hiring an undergraduate student for an R&D Engineer Intern position. You will work on projects supporting the Navy, the Department of Defense, and the Intelligence Community. This is a paid, part-time position based on-site in State College, Pennsylvania. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
What you'll do#
- Research the combustion of novel chemistries.
- Perform thermodynamic analysis of various cycles.
- Work on robotics and the automation of manufacturing processes.
- Assist with additive manufacturing and powder processing.
- Present your findings in written reports and weekly meetings.
What you'll need#
- You are currently an undergraduate student majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
- You have the ability to work independently and maintain a predictable schedule.
- You have a history of success in presenting results in written formats like Word or PowerPoint.
- Eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher is preferred.
- You must be able to participate in the ARL drug testing program and comply with federal contractor monitoring requirements.
Location & details#
- Location: State College, PA (On-site).
- Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters, with the potential for up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
- Employment type: Part-time, paid internship.
- Note: Relocation and housing assistance are not provided.
About Penn State University
Penn State University is an educational institution founded in 1855. It operates 24 campuses and serves a student body of nearly 88,000 people. The university focuses on education and research. It is based in University Park, Pennsylvania.
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