Engineer Intern

Job ID: 3679

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking to hire a student-level Engineering Intern to contribute in cutting edge research and developing new technologies for a Department of Defense (DoD) customer. This position allows a student to gain valuable real world engineering experience.

This position has the potential of continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment requiring security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities:

The student hired for this role will be responsible for supporting our engineering staff in the Mission Systems Branch. Work tasks will be assigned based on current program needs but will likely include writing code, cloud administration, working with drones, and assisting engineers with their daily tasks.

Interns will be paid a competitive hourly wage and will be tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and development phase.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
• Must be a high school graduate pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Familiarity with one of the following programming or scripting languages: PowerShell, C#, Java, Python

• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as a team member
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Self-motivated, dependable, and detail oriented

Interviews may occur any time within the hiring period; applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the application as early as possible. If you're unsure if you are qualified, we still want to hear from you. If you have a passion for problem-solving and learning, you could be a great fit for this internship.
SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.