Antennas, Computational Electromagnetics, and Propagation Intern

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking Research and Development Undergraduate Engineer interns to join the Antennas, Computational Electromagnetics, and Propagation Department. You will work with faculty and staff on EM analyses and antenna modeling in a hands-on internship.

We encourage students majoring in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics to apply, and you will gain experience in conducting analyses, testing models, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in CS, EE, Math, or Physics.
• Strong foundation in physics, math, and engineering.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, and EM tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EM and antenna analyses
• Modify and test EM propagation and antenna models
• Implement methods from published works for EM propagation and antennas
• Serve as active, hands‑on contributors of the ARL research staff.

Skills

EM fundamentals

Python

MATLAB

XFdtd/CST

Education

Undergraduate student in CS/EE/Physics/Math

Tools

Matlab

Python

XFdtd/CST

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

We are seeking Research and Development Undergraduate Engineer interns to join the Antennas, Computational Electromagnetics, and Propagation Department team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.

Students studying Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and/or Physics are encouraged to apply.

You will:

• Conduct EM and antenna analyses
• Modify and test EM propagation and antenna models
• Implement various methods from published works for EM propagation and antennas
• Serve as active, hands‑on, contributing members of the research staff at ARL.

Required skills:

• Sufficient Physics, Mathematics, and /or Engineering course work covering basic electromagnetics, vector calculus, and applications.
• Familiarity with some of the following tools: Matlab; Python; and XFdtd/CST.
• ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus on naval missions and related areas.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors.

ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information.

Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas.

You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

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