Electro-Mechanical Instrument Summer Intern

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

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Electro-Mechanical Instrument Student Co‑op or Intern at Draper will primarily support the research and development of precision inertial guidance instruments for existing customers. Interns are expected to contribute to projects that include electro‑mechanical design, thermal model development, magnetics design, materials testing, hardware assembly, test, and debugging. Specific projects include, but are not limited to, instrument component design using CAD and FEA tools, collaboration with Draper’s prototype machine shop to determine machinability of components, working closely with Draper technicians to build and test hardware, and coordinating with Draper’s Center for Additive Manufacturing to produce 3‑D printed parts.

Students will work with 3‑D modelling software packages such as CREO and Solid Works and analysis software such as ANSYS or COMSOL, and possibly LabVIEW and MATLAB for various applications.

• Design, develop, and enhance engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
• Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Enrolled in an accredited full‑time undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever‑changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

DURATION:
This position will run for 10‑12 weeks, from June 1st, 2026 through return to school.

Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Applied Physics (or similar) student with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, and hands‑on experience required. Experience with mechanical design using CREO or Solid Works preferred. Intuitive understanding of the physical universe is mandatory. Additional desirable experience: design, precision mechanics, magnetics, thermal control, electro‑mechanical, fluids, circuit theory, machine shop interaction, technical assembly, Excel, LabVIEW, MATLAB, MCAD.

• Due to the nature of the work at Draper, U.S. citizenship status is required. Draper is unable to sponsor or hire individuals holding H1B or student visas. Dual citizens are unable to be accepted for this position.

Cambridge

Massachusetts

02139‑3563

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $20.00‑$45.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all U.S. locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement’s approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring…