Materials and Chemistry Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Employee clubs

Discounts to museums

Off-site social events

Job summary

Draper invites engineering students in Cambridge, MA, to join a 6-month co-op internship supporting R&D across microsystems, materials, and software. Interns will test, prototype, and document results, using LabVIEW, MATLAB, SolidWorks, and Python, while collaborating with engineers and technicians to build and test hardware and systems.

Eligible students must be enrolled full-time in an accredited engineering program, with flexible hours based on school schedules.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited engineering curriculum full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Teamwork

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Adaptability

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.

Job Description

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 - City

Cambridge

Job Location - State

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$20.00 - $45.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

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].