Materials and Chemistry Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs and social activities

Industry workshops (health, finance)

Job summary

Draper, a nonprofit R&D leader in Cambridge, MA, offers engineering student internships across hardware, software, and materials research. Interns will test, analyze and document results using LabVIEW, MATLAB, SolidWorks and Python, collaborating with engineers to build and test systems throughout projects.

Interns gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, contributing to quality processes and diverse testing environments while learning methods such as DSC, DMA, TMA, Instron, and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited engineering curriculum full-time (undergrad or graduate).
• Co-op students must be able to work full-time for 6 months.
• Flexible hours and program duration based on school schedule.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and enhance engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Test, analyze and document results with plots and tables.
• Generate test reports and conclusions from collected data.
• Perform duties to develop practical knowledge of processes and systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Team collaboration

Adaptability

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Education

Engineering program (undergrad or grad)

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

SolidWorks

COMSOL

ANSYS

Mentor Graphics

Python

GitLab

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

Engineering Student internships support the research and development of new or existing microsystems and advanced materials (hardware, software, components, and materials/chemistry research and modeling) or may assist in sustaining and improving the quality processes across the full engineering and manufacturing life cycle. Student interns will contribute to projects in various engineering disciplines such as computer hardware or software design and development, electro-optical design, optical and thermal model development, bioengineering, materials testing, chemistry, electrical system design, hardware assembly, testing, etc. Student interns will test and evaluate products, systems, or components and work with various applications such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, SolidWorks, COMSOL, ANSYS, Mentor Graphics, Python, and GitLab. Student interns collaborate with engineers or technicians to build and test systems, hardware, or components on various projects. They may also be involved in ensuring quality products are produced and quality procedures are upheld. Interns will also have the opportunity to learn to operate and interpret data from DSC, DMA, TMA, Instron, TGA, GC-MS, FT-IR, NMR, and rheometry.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
• Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Program Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited engineering curriculum full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
• Co-op Students must be able to work full-time for a 6 month period.
• There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.

Skills / Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Job Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $20.00 - $45.00.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].