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Overview:
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.
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1. Students are our top priority.
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Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.
Job Description
The Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) is currently seeking Interns/Student Assistants in the Autonomy Technology Transition Division (ATTD) for the Spring 2027 Semester.
ATTD conducts research supporting sponsors across the Department of Defense and focuses on autonomous uncrewed aircraft programs. Expertise includes autonomous systems, systems engineering, avionics engineering, embedded software development, robotics, algorithm development, test and evaluation, and hardware- and software-in-the-loop development test environments and laboratories.
The student will work under the guidance of GTRI researchers performing one or more of the following activities supporting research on Autonomous UAS platforms:
- Software Development
- Windows and/or Linux Software Programming
- Data Analysis
- C++, Rust, and/or Python Programming
- Vehicle and Sensor Control, Task Allocation, Perception, and/or Tracking Algorithm Development
- Test Automation
- Software Test and Verification
- Systems Engineering
Required Minimum Qualifications
Intern
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree
- 2.0 or higher cumulative GPA
- Full-Time Intern- Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
- Experience with C++ or Python.
- Familiarity with Configuration Management such as git and Collaborative tools such as Gitlab.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience.
- Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts
Hours per Week
40 hours per week
U.S. Citizenship Requirements
Due to our research contracts with the US federal government, candidates for this position are required to be US Citizens.
Clearance Type Required
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.
Housing and Relocation
Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
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