Process Development Intern at Draper in Cambridge, MA

Summary: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. They are seeking a Summer intern to work with their process engineer team, focusing on process development critical to the production of novel, advanced MEMS. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and enhancement 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 - Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required - 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 - Students must be US citizens who are enrolled in an accredited full time degree program Preferred Qualifications: - A basic understanding of optics and chemistry - An learning, problem-solving mindset - Excellence with team-based communication and documentation - Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication equipment - Experience with Design of Experiments Important Skills: Optics, Chemistry, Semiconductor fabrication, Design of Experiments Nice-to-Have Skills: MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel Benefits: Workplace flexibility, Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, Health and finance workshops, Off site social events, Discounts to local museums and cultural activities