Metal AM R&D Intern - Hands-On Process & Analysis

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A prominent research institution is seeking a highly motivated graduate student to support research in metal additive manufacturing. Responsibilities include machine programming, coordinating experiments, and data analysis. Candidates should be studying engineering, materials science, or applied physics. This role allows for up to 20 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours/week in the summer. U.S. citizenship is required for application.

Qualifications

• Experience with additive manufacturing is desired.
• Knowledge of scientific programming is beneficial.
• Familiarity with materials science is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support machine programming and processing via AM techniques.
• Assist with metallurgical characterization and mechanical testing.
• Design experiments and analyze results.
• Support process monitoring and data analysis activities.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Scientific programming

LabVIEW

Material science

Education

Graduate student in engineering, materials science, or applied physics

Tools

Data acquisition software

Process AM simulation tools

Job description

A prominent research institution is seeking a highly motivated graduate student to support research in metal additive manufacturing. Responsibilities include machine programming, coordinating experiments, and data analysis. Candidates should be studying engineering, materials science, or applied physics. This role allows for up to 20 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours/week in the summer. U.S. citizenship is required for application.