R&D Engineer Intern

The Pennsylvania State University

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Penn State University Park Until 8/23/2026 0+ years exp First posted June 14, 2025 Last posted June 14, 2025
Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Energy Science and Power System Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking undergraduates to assist ARL engineers in the areas of mechanical design and analysis, mechanical assembly, and test & evaluation. This work may include the design, assembly and testing of prototype hardware.  The work site is located several miles off campus.

Mandatory Position Description Requirements:  Students in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Engineering Science and Mechanics are encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements:  Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen to apply and will be subject to a government security investigation. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):
Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

 

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

 

 

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About this role

Summary

Assist engineers in mechanical design, assembly, testing of prototype hardware.

Job title

R&D Engineer Intern

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

Penn State University Park; remote work not guaranteed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

mechanical designassemblytest & evaluation

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

mechanical designassemblytest & evaluation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

University Park, State College, PA, USA

Work arrangement unknown City