What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Summer Intern - Fabrication Services position at The Jackson Laboratory?
Summary
The Fabrication Services team at The Jackson Laboratory is seeking an intern to join their team in Bar Harbor this summer. Over 14-16 weeks, the intern will gain hands-on experience with advanced technology and automated systems. They'll receive mentorship from industry experts and have the opportunity to network with scientists and engineers working on cutting-edge solutions to advance scientific discoveries
About Your JAX Internship Experience
Join peers selected from educational institutions across the country for a summer of professional growth and career exploration. As a JAX Intern, you will receive a dedicated mentor in your department and connect with your fellow interns through JAX-sponsored activities.
The ideal start date and end dates for this position are May 19, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design, fabrication, and testing of automated mouse feeding devices
Collaborate with the engineering team to develop and implement embedded systems.
Write and debug code in Python, C, C , Java, and ARM assembly for device applications.
Contribute to electronic product development and optimization to meet design goals
Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to generate innovative solutions.
Learn and apply new CAD tools for device fabrication.
Document and present project progress and results culminating in a final report and presentation of your work
Desired Qualifications
JAX encourages applications from a diverse mix of educational backgrounds and experiences. Preferred qualifications include:
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Proficiency in Python, C, C , Java, and ARM assembly.
General understanding of embedded systems and electronic product development. -
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Willingness to learn new CAD tools for device fabrication.
Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application!
The hourly pay rate is $20 per hour.
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About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California),Japan andChina. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visitwww.jax.org.
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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