Internship - Experimental Thermofluid… at Mitsubishi… · Cambridge

Summary: Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL) seeks a highly motivated intern for a summer internship focused on developing laboratory experiments for thermofluid systems. The intern will collaborate closely with researchers to design, assemble, and validate experimental platforms.

Responsibilities:
- Developing laboratory experiments for thermofluid systems based on vapor-compression cycles
- Collaborate closely with MERL researchers to design, assemble, and validate experimental platforms

Required Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in a PhD program in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or related programs (exceptional M.S. candidates considered)
- Extensive hands-on experience in designing and connecting sensors to data acquisition systems, designing instrumentation interfaces, and implementing reliable data-collection workflows is required
- Proficiency in Linux and C/C++ for data logging and visualization tools is essential

Preferred Qualifications:
- Python experience is a plus

Required Skills: Designing and connecting sensors to data acquisition systems, Instrumentation interface design, Data collection workflows, Linux, C/C++, Python, Building pumped fluid systems, Working with high-pressure equipment, Thermocouples, Pressure transducers

Benefits: A relocation stipend, Covered travel to and from MERL, A monthly Charlie Card for local commuting, Weekly social gatherings, Professional development opportunities, including research talks by both internal and external speakers, Interns who meet the 90-day waiting period are also eligible for health insurance coverage, MERL provides immigration support for qualified candidates as needed