Internships in Electrical or Computer Engineering

$33,000 - $50,000/Yr

MITRE Corporation - Lexington Park, MD

Full-time - Intern

Lexington Park, MD

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At MITRE, we are dedicated to addressing our nation's most pressing challenges through innovative technology and engineering solutions. As an intern in our electrical or computer engineering team, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that contributes to critical mission challenges across various domains, including electronic warfare, communications, and maritime system development. This internship is designed to provide you with hands-on experience and the chance to apply your academic knowledge in real-world scenarios. You will collaborate with a team of experts to develop, evaluate, and test practical solutions that facilitate technology transition and inform acquisition processes. Your role will involve working on projects related to sensing, communications, processing, and more. You will gain exposure to a variety of technical areas, such as digital signal processing, wireless communications, embedded security, and rapid prototyping. This internship is not just about learning; it’s about making a tangible impact in fields that matter, such as cybersecurity and defense. You will be part of a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and valued. As a part of MITRE, you will be joining a not-for-profit organization that prioritizes the public interest over commercial gains. This unique position allows you to work on projects that have a lasting impact on society while also enjoying competitive benefits and exceptional professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about using your skills to serve the public and tackle complex challenges, this internship is the perfect opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team to apply knowledge in electrical or computer engineering.
• Engage in projects related to electronic warfare, antennas/electromagnetics, sensors/radar, and signal processing.
• Contribute to communications, SIGINT, spectrum, and position, navigation, and timing (PNT) projects.
• Assist in electronics and embedded security tasks.
• Participate in rapid electronic and hardware prototyping and advanced manufacturing.
• Support maritime system development, acoustic & ocean modeling, SONAR system analysis, and transducer design.

Requirements

• Must be a full-time student pursuing an accredited degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering theory and one or more areas such as digital signal processing, wireless communications, or embedded software.
• Sustained excellence in academic performance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience applying electrical engineering or computer engineering knowledge in an internship or research/lab position.
• Hands-on skills in at least one programming language.
• Demonstrated interest in serving the public.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Exceptional professional development opportunities
• Culture of innovation that embraces diversity and inclusion
• Flexible work environment