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The Electrical Engineering Support Specialist internship in the Facilities and Instrumentation Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State focuses on the support of a team of R&D Engineers and Research Faculty within a unique state-of-the-art research environment that includes a high-performance water tunnel facility. Technical expertise and a collaborative mindset will help ensure the smooth operation of critical research systems and instrumentation.
Internship specifics include supporting the operation of our large-scale research facilities by learning to: Operate and monitor the research facilities and respond quickly to unexpected situations; Perform test facility operations including setup, instrumentation, data acquisition, wiring, mechanical assembly, maintenance, and upgrades; Assess and troubleshoot equipment problems; Inspect, test, and calibrate sensors, parts, and equipment; and Collaborate with and assist other support specialists, test engineers, drafting technologists, and mechanical designers.
Requirements include: Understanding of basic electronic test equipment (e.g., multimeter, oscilloscope); Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings; Past success building cable assemblies, using solder and crimp-style connectors; Proficient soldering skills; Demonstrated safe use of basic hand and power tools (e.g., drills, soldering irons, heat guns); Microsoft Office tools; and Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights as needed. Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher. Must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
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