Research And Development Engineering Undergraduate Intern

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Hybrid
Electrical engineering or computer engineering degree
C/c++ programming for hardware interfaces
Interest in signal processing and digital logic
Penn State University is seeking engineering undergraduate interns for its Applied Research Laboratory to assist with the research and development of advanced wireless RF communications systems. The role involves collaboration with senior technical staff, focusing on algorithm development, software design, and integration of hardware and software components

Job Summary

  • The Communications and Signal Processing Division of the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking engineering undergraduate interns to work with senior technical staff on advanced wireless RF communications systems.
  • Selected candidates will be responsible for algorithm development, C/C++ code design, and integrating Software Defined Radio components while evaluating communication security protocols.
  • This part-time position allows up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and requires U.S. citizenship due to potential government security clearance needs.

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Penn State University is seeking engineering undergraduate interns for its Applied Research Laboratory to assist with the research and development of advanced wireless RF communications systems. The role involves collaboration with senior technical staff, focusing on algorithm development, software design, and integration of hardware and software components.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering degree
  • C/C++ programming for hardware interfaces
  • Interest in signal processing and digital logic
  • Software development and design skills

Nice-to-have

  • FPGA development experience
  • Wireless specifications knowledge like 4G/5G
  • MATLAB/LabVIEW modeling and simulation
  • Embedded software/hardware debugging
  • Cyber security and malware analysis interest

Key Requirements

  • Must be a current Penn State student or employee
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Math preferred
  • Ability to obtain government security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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