Innovation Lab Fall 2026 Intern II

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 

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