Engineering Support Intern

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is looking for a highly motivated undergraduate student for the Multimodal Systems Department of the Applied Research Laboratory. The candidate will assist Engineering Technologists by developing specialized tools, utilizing CAD software, and documenting systems. Students studying Electrical‑Mechanical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering are encouraged to apply. The position is onsite in State College, PA, with up to 40 hours of work per week during the summer semester.

Qualifications

• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Familiarity with shop equipment, practices, and procedures.
• Fundamental electrical circuit design knowledge.
• Experience with MATLAB and LABVIEW.

Responsibilities

• Develop specialized electrical, mechanical, and/or software tools to support testing of electromechanical systems.
• Utilize computer-aided design software to develop products.
• Document existing and new systems and architectures.
• Assist Engineering Technologists with their tasking.

Skills

Teamwork

Familiarity with shop equipment

Fundamental electrical circuit design

MATLAB

LABVIEW

Education

Studying Electrical‑Mechanical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Computer-aided design software

Job description

Job Description And Position Requirements

The Multimodal Systems Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking a highly motivated undergraduate student. You will assist other Engineering Technologists in their everyday duties.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Students studying Electrical‑Mechanical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering are encouraged to apply.

Typical Duties

• Develop specialized electrical, mechanical, and/or software tools to support testing of electromechanical systems
• Utilize computer-aided design software to develop electrical, mechanical, and/or software products
• Document existing and new systems and architectures
• Assist Engineering Technologists with their tasking

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to work within a team environment
• Familiarity with shop equipment, practices, and procedures
• Fundamental electrical circuit design
• Experience with MATLAB and LABVIEW

Preferred Skills/Knowledge

• Basic RF knowledge
• Circuit board construction
• Wiring harness construction and wire management
• Fundamental understanding of electronics and electronic test equipment

The successful candidate will work up to 40 hours per week during the summer semester. There is a possibility to continue beyond the summer.

These positions will be onsite in State College, PA.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.