Electromagnetics Laboratory Internship

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to support NASA’s Electromagnetics Laboratory (EML) operations and process improvement efforts within an electromagnetic interference/compatibility (EMI/EMC) testing environment. This position provides hands-on exposure to engineering test workflows, laboratory practices, and technical documentation development.

Cape Canaveral, FL

Internship

BI investigation

Limited; as needed

Must be US citizen

N/A

The intern will support ongoing efforts to standardize lab processes by observing technician workflows, documenting recurring test setups, and developing structured checklists and procedural documentation. This role emphasizes the use of Python and LaTeX to organize, automate, and generate professional engineering documents. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the intern will assist engineers and technicians in improving consistency, efficiency, and data quality across lab operations.

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate in an undergraduate program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
• Basic experience with Python (e.g., scripting, data handling, or automation tasks)
• Interest in or familiarity with LaTeX for technical documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize technical information clearly
• Ability to follow structured processes and work in a laboratory or technical environment
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt in a hands-on setting
• Strong written communication and documentation skills
• Interest in RF systems, testing environments, or laboratory operations is a plus

• Shadow laboratory technicians during test setup and execution to observe and document workflows
• Capture equipment usage, setup sequence, verification steps, and common issues for recurring test configurations
• Develop standardized setup checklists and procedural documentation for lab use and training
• Organize checklist content into structured formats suitable for automation (e.g., CSV, JSON, or similar)
• Assist in developing Python scripts to process checklist data and generate formatted outputs
• Support the creation and maintenance of LaTeX templates for professional checklist and SOP documentation
• Assist with basic data organization, file management, and documentation updates related to lab activities
• Participate in validation and refinement of checklists through technician feedback and review
• Document workflows, observations, and updates to support knowledge transfer and continuous improvement
• Safety, quality, and procedure compliance—employees are expected to adhere to safety training, quality policies, and applicable procedures
• EEO statement:
  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status