Job Description

Description

Do you love to study something and find ways to make it better? Does space, and humankind's place in it, captivate you?

 

If you are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related major and want to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where we apply engineering explore the cosmos, we'd love to have you join our team! We are seeking an intern to join our Space Environments Engineering Group who is able to perform experiments, simulation, and analysis that will make sure that Civil and National Security Space missions survive their long, cold journeys through space.

 

As a member of our team your primary responsibility will be contributing to the development and assessment of space systems. Your daily work will consist of teaming with world-class experts to evaluate the next generation of space exploration, finding opportunities for improvement, and proposing and developing innovative ideas to improve capabilities for potential future systems' performance.

 

You will find that your contributions add to a dynamic and collaborative group culture, with a dedication to continual improvement, innovation, and risk-taking while developing high quality products.

 

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or similar degrees and have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

• Have a passion for finding new ways to look at old problems.

• To access APL’s facilities and networks, US Citizenship status is required, subject to applicable laws.

• Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date.

You will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you… 

• Have experience in MATLAB (or another high level language)

• Have experience with radiation or other environment-related software codes including, but not limited to MCNP, COMSOL, and FastRad.

• Have experience developing intricate experiments and the hardware and/or software associated with them.

Why work at APL?

 

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

 

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

 

About Us

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

 

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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