Materials Science Intern – Space Materials Development
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 15 - 225
Posted on:
09-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview:
Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .
Job Description Summary:
Applicants for this intern role in the Materials Science group will be expected to work in a multi-disciplinary team of chemists materials scientists engineers and technicians. The work will focus on the development of materials for harsh space environments and may range from literature review and design of experiments to materials fabrication and characterization. Thus the role requires good organizational skills and learning on the job. Students may contribute to projects by being trained to run and analyze experiments on a variety of analytical equipment (e.g. DSC TMA DMA TGA) as well as and other instruments and tools (e.g. thermal chambers vibration tables plasma chambers). They will be expected to follow established SOPs and use the data to come to an answer and propose solutions which they may then be asked to present to stakeholders. Additionally they may be asked to collaborate on the development of novel diagnostic tests or even on the design of novel test equipment.Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Design develop and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems; particular emphasis on developing materials for space as well as material characterization methods and platforms for space materials.
Implement test perform analysis and provide documentation support. This may include designing and writing comprehensive test-plans
Generate and present test reports including plots tables evaluation criteria and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Program Requirements
Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicants school schedule and availability.
Skills/Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Prior experience in performing literature review and assessing scientific literature.
Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Background in materials development materials characterization or both. Please note experience with analytical equipment.
Strong computer skills including MS Word PowerPoint and Excel.
Additional Job Description:
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Job Location - City:
CambridgeJob Location - State:
MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:
02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is
$15.00 - $225.00Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreements approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and does not include bonuses or benefits.
Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Order Management System
- Inventory Control
- Microsoft Access
- Forklift
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- Warehouse Experience
- Materials Handling
- Supplier Management
- Materials Management
- MRP
About Company
As a nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper solves demanding customer problems with innovative technology. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, program managers and administrative professionals drive the innovative solutions we deliver. Whether working at a ... View more
