2027 Internship - Engineering Intern - Advanced RF Capabilities

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) invites engineering interns to join the Advanced RF Capabilities Group. You will contribute to portable communication devices, miniature wireless systems, and embedded software for embedded systems or GUIs, while participating in lab and field tests.

You will work with a small team, learn new technologies, and contribute to design reviews, system integration, and technical reports.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or software engineering.
• Experience with scripting languages such as MATLAB and Python or programming languages such as C/C++ and Java.
• Able to learn new technologies and test methods.
• Able to work effectively in small, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Eligible for a Final Secret level security clearance by start date (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing portable communication devices and miniature wireless systems through PCB-level design, integration and test.
• Collaborate with a small software team to design, implement, and test software for embedded systems or GUIs.
• Support evaluation, testing, and debugging through lab and field testing.
• Contribute to design reviews, system integration, technical reports and memoranda, and presentations to sponsors.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Java

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering

Tools

Power supplies

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Vector network analyzers

Job description

As an Engineering Intern in the Advanced RF Capabilities Group, you may:

• Assist in the development of portable communication devices and miniature wireless systems through printed circuit board-level circuit design, integration, and test.
• Work with a small team of software developers to design, implement, and test software solutions for embedded systems or graphical user interfaces (GUIs).
• Support evaluation, testing, and debugging through lab and field testing.
• Contribute to design reviews, system integration, technical reports and informal memoranda, and presentation of work to sponsors and the technical community.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or software engineering.
• Have experience with scripting languages such as MATLAB and Python or programming languages such as C/C++ and Java.
• Are passionate about and capable of learning new technologies and test methods.
• Work effectively in small, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Are able to obtain a Final Secret level security clearance by your start date. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

• Knowledge in the fields of RF communications and digital signal processing (DSP).
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and vector network analyzers.
• Experience with Javascript and web application frameworks such as AngularJS, JQuery, or Vue.js.

About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas.

Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including

• a robust education assistance program
• unparalleled retirement contributions
• a healthy work/life balance

APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$22.60 Hourly

Maximum Rate

$47.95 Hourly