Innovation Lab Fall 2026 Intern I

Position Summary: · We are seeking a motivated and curious Innovation Lab Engineering Intern to support technical initiatives within the lab. This role provides exposure to cutting-edge power and thermal management technologies, laboratory testing operations, and the application of AI tools to improve engineering workflows. The ideal candidate has a mechanical or electrical engineering background, strong problem-solving skills, and an interest in learning how emerging AI technologies can enhance engineering productivity, knowledge sharing, and decision-making.

Responsibilities: - · Work with engineers and lab personnel to understand test activities, equipment, procedures, and operational workflows. · Develop and maintain a custom AI agent that serves as a knowledge assistant that improves access to technical documentation, test procedures, engineering standards, and institutional knowledge. · Expand the agent’s capabilities to enable it to assist with system troubleshooting and data analysis. · Evaluate and improve AI assistant performance through prompt engineering, retrieval optimization, and user feedback analysis. Requirements: - · Must be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. · Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills · High attention to detail and a demonstrated work ethic · Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats · Willingness to learn quickly in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and deliver high-quality work · Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team setting · Strong foundation in mechanical/electrical engineering fundamentals, with the ability to apply first-principles reasoning and systems thinking to analyze complex, interconnected systems. Physical & Environmental Demands: - · None Time Travel Required: - · None #LI-RB