MITRE Corporation - Gaithersburg, MD

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Intern
Gaithersburg, 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. Our internship program 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 experienced professionals to develop, evaluate, and test practical solutions that facilitate technology transition and inform acquisition processes. This role will allow you to work on cutting-edge projects involving sensing, communications, processing, and more, while also gaining insights into the technical products we deliver to meet our clients' needs. As part of your internship, you will be involved in a range of activities, including rapid electronic and hardware prototyping, advanced manufacturing, and reliability analysis. You will also have the chance to explore areas such as signal processing, embedded security, and photonics. Our commitment to your professional development means that you will receive mentorship and guidance throughout your internship, helping you to grow your skills and knowledge in the field of electrical and computer engineering. We value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, and we strive to create an environment where you can thrive and make a difference. If you are passionate about using your engineering skills to serve the public and tackle complex challenges, we encourage you to apply for this internship opportunity at MITRE.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a team to develop and evaluate technical solutions in electronic warfare, antennas/electromagnetics, sensors/radar, and signal processing.
  • Engage in projects related to communications, SIGINT, spectrum, and position, navigation, and timing (PNT).
  • Contribute to electronics and embedded security initiatives.
  • Participate in rapid electronic and hardware prototyping and advanced manufacturing processes.
  • Assist in maritime system development, including 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 concepts such as digital signal processing, wireless communications, and 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
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