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Panel Dreams LLC Research Assistant

CompanyBradley University
LocationPeoria
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 30, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The research assistant will cast, cure, and test cementitious material samples while operating laboratory equipment. They will also analyze experimental data and prepare technical reports and presentations in collaboration with faculty and industry professionals.
Internship Type
student
Company Size
14
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
We live in an increasingly interconnected world where discovery happens through collaboration that spans technical and socioeconomic boundaries. We support the National Science Foundation’s assertion that national and global societal challenges cannot be solved by a single discipline. Therefore, to prepare the leaders of tomorrow, we embrace the idea of convergence, which allows our graduates to develop critical thinking skills to tackle the complex challenges that face humanity. Here in the Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology, we seek to infuse interdisciplinary approaches in our curricula, research efforts and community service, in partnership with stakeholders, to provide students with exceptional learning experiences and the ability to contribute solutions with positive societal impact. We invite you to visit our Business and Engineering Convergence Center, home to state-of-the-art laboratories, active learning classrooms, and collaborative learning spaces. We offer BS civil, mechanical, electrical, industrial and manufacturing engineering programs accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, manufacturing engineering technology program accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, and a construction management program accredited by ACCE. We offer an array of engineering masters degrees as well. Strong ties with national and international industry partners allow us to provide cutting-edge experiential learning opportunities for our students, including industry-sponsored senior design projects. Our engineering and technology alumni include industry leaders at Fortune 500 companies, trailblazing innovators and entrepreneurs, and top-level researchers and academic leaders. Visit our webpage at https://www.bradley.edu/academic/colleges/egt/ or contact us at becdean@bradley.edu to discover more about the Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology.
About the Role

Innovative Cementitious Building Panels Project Research Assistant

Department of Civil Engineering and Construction

Join an exciting university-industry research collaboration between Bradley University and Panel Dreams LLC focused on developing innovative, durable building panels as a potential alternative to traditional plywood products. 

Position Details

  • Undergraduate or graduate student in Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Materials, or a related field

  • Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week during the 2026-2027 academic year

  • Hourly pay: $20/hour 

Responsibilities

  • Cast, cure, and test cementitious material samples

  • Assist with laboratory experiments and operation of testing equipment

  • Analyze experimental data 

  • Prepare technical reports and presentations

  • Work closely with faculty and industry professionals on applied research

Preferred Qualifications

  • Interest in engineering materials, construction, or structural testing

  • Experience with laboratory work preferred

  • Strong organizational and data analysis skills

  • Interest in research and technical problem-solving

Benefits

  • Hands-on research experience in a state-of-the-art engineering laboratory

  • Mentoring from faculty and industry experts

  • Opportunity to contribute to the development of a novel construction product

  • Valuable experience for graduate school or careers in engineering and building materials industries

To Apply: Please email your resume and a brief statement of interest to mihossain@fsmail.bradley.edu (Dr. Mohammad Imran Hossain, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering and Construction) by Friday, November 6, 2026.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Bradley University.  Some undergraduate students (with limited family resources as determined by the results of the FAFSA) qualify for Work Study funds to help offset costs of college.  This is a federally-funded opportunity to earn "spending money" through part-time, on-campus employment. Eligibility for work-study does not guarantee you will find a campus job. Contact Financial Services for more information or to see if you qualify at 309-677-3089 or bufinaid@bradley.edu

Key Skills
Laboratory experimentationData analysisTechnical reportingMaterial testingStructural testingOrganizational skillsProblem-solvingCementitious material handling
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchConstructionEducation
Benefits
Hands-on research experienceMentoring from faculty and industry expertsContribution to novel construction product developmentProfessional development for engineering careers
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