Polymer Additive Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Run polymer 3D printing experiments, mechanically test specimens, and analyze data for ARL R&D.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Hands-on with polymer additive manufacturing for defense research, plus Python data logging.
Might not be for you. Requires U.S. citizenship and security investigation; part-time during semesters.
Core polymer roleperform polymer additive manufacturing experiments; execute experimental builds on polymer 3D Printers; Mechanical testing of 3D printed test specimens
- Seniority
- Intern/Co-op
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Internship
- Industry
- Defense
- Role
- R&D / Research
- Clearance
- Ability to obtain
- Visa
- US citizenship required
Role details
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For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants . JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Advanced Manufacturing Process Development Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking undergraduate students to perform polymer additive manufacturing experiments. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
Typical duties will include: Set up and execute experimental builds on polymer 3D Printers Use python code and MongoDB database to record data during experimental builds Troubleshoot and resolve 3D printer maintenance issues Mechanical testing of 3D printed test specimens Assist R&D team in data analysis Prepare reports on results of testing Present on results to sponsors Students studying Aerospace , Electrical , Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will work up to 20 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours/week over the summer.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .
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