Part-Time Engineering Lab Intern: Hands-On Testing

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist Intern to join the Materials for Extreme Environments Department. The role is on-site in State College, PA, designed for Penn State students and local technical students to support hands-on research and lab testing alongside engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, prototype support, machining, coatings, heat treatment, and data collection.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in engineering, engineering technology, manufacturing, or related program at Penn State or an accredited technical school.
• Interest in hands-on laboratory, fabrication, testing, or equipment-related work.
• Ability to follow written procedures and verbal instructions; maintain organized notes.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers and technicians to prepare samples, build prototypes, and support experiments.
• Operate lab equipment and assist with materials processing, machining, coatings, and fabrication.
• Collect and organize test data, observations, and photographs; assist with technical summaries.

Skills

Hands-on lab work

Basic tool use

Follow procedures

Notes organization

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering/Engineering Technology enrollment

Tools

CAD

3D printing

Data acquisition

Spreadsheet software

Job description

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist Intern to join the Materials for Extreme Environments Department. The role is on-site in State College, PA, designed for Penn State students and local technical students to support hands-on research and lab testing alongside engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, prototype support, machining, coatings, heat treatment, and data collection.