Research Engineering Interns

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution is seeking Research Engineering Interns at their State College and Reston locations. The role is designed for Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering students to work part-time, conducting research and collaborating on software and hardware solutions. Ideal candidates have completed their sophomore year and possess excellent communication skills along with a moderate level of programming knowledge in languages like Python or C++. This internship allows for up to 10 hours of work per week during academic periods.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program with at least sophomore standing.
• Strong communication skills are essential for team collaboration.
• Interest in software development and engineering concepts.

Responsibilities

• Research, summarize, and present information to reviewers.
• Design, program, integrate, and test hardware and software.
• Create a documentation package outlining the work.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Software Development and Design

Digital Logic and Embedded Programming

Signal Processing

Radio Frequency (RF) Hardware and Phenomenology

Communications

Python

MATLAB

C

C++

LabView

Education

Completion of sophomore year in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a comparable field

Job description

Research Engineering Interns page is loaded## Research Engineering Internslocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000076869# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**We are seeking Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering students for an internship in the Strategic Systems Operations Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State is. This position will be onsite **State College, PA** or **Reston, VA** locations.ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.You will:* Research, summarize, and present information to internal - and potentially - external reviewers* Work as part of a team, designing, programming, integrating and/or testing hardware and software, algorithms, and systems. Specific duties, related to this list, to be assigned per your background* Create a documentation package for your work* Present your work to the division leadership teamMinimum requirements include:* Completion of your sophomore year in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a comparable field* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Interest in one of more of the following topics: Software Development and Design, Digital Logic and Embedded Programming, Signal Processing, Radio Frequency (RF) Hardware and Phenomenology, Communications* Moderate skill level in any of the following: Python, MATLAB, C, C++, LabViewThis part-time position is located at either the **State College, PA** or **Reston, VA** locations; relocation is not provided. Selected candidate may work up to 10 hours/week during the academic year and up to 40 hours/week during non-academic time periods.ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at . **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. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . **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.