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Antennas, Computational Electromagnetics, and Propagation Intern

CompanyPenn State University
LocationUniversity Park
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 29, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will conduct electromagnetic and antenna analyses while modifying and testing propagation models. They will also implement various research methods and serve as a contributing member of the research staff.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
617
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology demonstration; and Transition to application. As a designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), ARL-Penn State conducts essential research, development, and systems engineering in support of our nations priorities free from conflict of interest or competition with commercial industry.
About the Role

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

We are seeking Research and Development Undergraduate Engineer interns to join the Antennas, Computational Electromagnetics, and Propagation Department team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.

Students studying Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and/or Physics are encouraged to apply

You will:

  • Conduct EM and antenna analyses
  • Modify and test EM propagation and antenna models
  • Implement various methods from published works for EM propagation and antennas
  • Serve as active, hands-on, contributing members of the research staff at ARL.

Required skills:

  • Sufficient Physics, Mathematics, and /or Engineering course work covering basic electromagnetics, vector calculus, and applications
  • Familiarity with some of the following tools: Matlab; Python; and XFdtd/CST

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 on naval missions and related areas.

 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.

 

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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ElectromagneticsAntenna analysisComputational electromagneticsMatlabPythonXFdtdCSTVector calculusPhysicsEngineeringResearch and developmentModeling
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