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:
The Bioengineering Division has opportunities in a number of technology areas including: Cell and Tissue Engineering Microbiology and Immunology Microfluidics and Synthetic Biology. Students selected for the internship will be expected to work full-time during professional business hours. Students will be expected to work on site in Drapers Bioengineering Lab in collaboration with multiple senior technical staff members and communicate effectively both orally and in written reports or presentations. The technical responsibilities will depend on program specific needs but may include: cell culture and maintenance synthetic or molecular biology materials characterization microfluidic device fabrication assembly and testing assay development and execution design and computational modeling and/or data analysis. This position will support qualified students in one or more Draper Bioengineering programs.Job Description:
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.
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.
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.
Additional Job Description:
Qualifications
Student must be enrolled in a biological science bioengineering or related degree program such as genetics microbiology molecular biology biochemistry protein engineering data science bioinformatics or in mechanical or electrical engineering chemistry or physics with experience in life science-related applications. Student should provide evidence of high aptitude and academic performance. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Full time (40 hrs/week) is expected for the internship period typically 10-12 weeks. Research and laboratory experience is preferred; cell culture experience and/or microfluidics experience is a plus.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
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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
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