Position Summary
Career Readiness Learning Objectives : Critical Thinking Over the duration of the academic year the student will progressively develop enhanced critical thinking skills. The student will work closely with the faculty member to identify and develop these necessary skills. Career & Self Development Over the duration of the academic year the student will develop implement and perform tasks of increasing complexity under the guidance of the faculty member. This will include but is not limited to undertaking new areas of research planning and conducting experiments and effectively interacting with fellow students. Position Summary: The Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated student to work in the thermal-fluid sciences or solid mechanics area during AY2025-26. The student will be assigned one or more projects and will leverage his/her knowledge in the thermal-fluid sciences or in solid mechanics in order to advance the projects goals. The student will have the opportunity to prepare documentation and give oral presentations that specifically highlight new knowledge gained over the course of the position. This position may involve some or all of the following: Take guidance from faculty mentor; attend meetings; work independently to achieve goals; other duties as assigned by faculty mentor within the scope responsibility and requirements of the position; Prepare/give presentations in written and/or oral format; and Be proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications.
Physical Demands
This position requires minimal physical demands but applicants should be able to safely lift 25 pounds and sit and/or stand for extended periods of time; be able to work in a busy environment.
Required Qualifications
This position requires sophomore/junior/senior ME or closely related major or graduate engineering or MBA student.
Preferred Qualifications
Mechanical engineering students are preferred.