RF Engineering Intern — Mentored Summer Experience

Thales Defense & Security, Inc.; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. in Clarksburg, MD, is seeking an RF Engineering Intern (Comms) for an 8‑week summer program in 2027. You will work under a mentor to support RF hardware design tasks and gain exposure to RF simulation tools.

The role requires enrollment in EE/CE/CS with at least two semesters completed, U.S. citizenship, and strong communication skills in English. The position is on site in Clarksburg, with an hourly pay range and potential to participate in seminars and tours.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required; may be subject to security investigation.
• Enrolled in an accredited university and completed at least 2 semesters in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• Interest in undergraduate electromagnetics and basic analog electronics desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Work with a mentor on RF hardware design tasks.
• Provide technical support to engineers on RF projects.
• Participate in RF hardware designs under supervision.
• Use RF design tools including Microwave Office, ADS and Genesys.
• Gather and analyze data for engineering research.
• Document results and communicate findings.
• Attend seminars and facility tours.
• Assist with related tasks as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

English fluency

RF concepts

Education

EE/CE/CS student

Tools

Microwave Office

ADS

Genesys

Job description

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. in Clarksburg, MD, is seeking an RF Engineering Intern (Comms) for an 8‑week summer program in 2027. You will work under a mentor to support RF hardware design tasks and gain exposure to RF simulation tools.

The role requires enrollment in EE/CE/CS with at least two semesters completed, U.S. citizenship, and strong communication skills in English. The position is on site in Clarksburg, with an hourly pay range and potential to participate in seminars and tours.