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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · 13 hours ago

2026 Internship - Sensor Systems Engineering

Laurel, MD

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22.60/hr - $47.95/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an intern to join their team focused on sensor systems engineering. The role involves developing and analyzing models of radar and sensor systems, prototyping algorithms, and applying machine learning techniques to enhance military capabilities.

EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and analyze models of next generation radar and sensor systems

Prototype novel signal processing algorithms to be deployed by our military

Use machine learning techniques to augment current and future capabilities

Fabricate test fixtures to support test events

Apply data science and machine learning to complex, large scale datasets

Test radar systems to assure that they meet requirements

Qualification

Radar systemsSignal processingMachine learningData scienceModel developmentAnalysisProblem solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Are in a Bachelors or Masters degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Applied Physics, Applied Math, Math or another related technical field

Have a passion for problem solving and analysis

Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

Preferred

Have previous internship experience in radar or sensors

Possess a Secret level security clearance

Benefits

Generous benefits

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development

Company

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit university-affiliated research center (UARC) that provides solutions to complex national security and scientific challenges with technical expertise and prototyping, research and development, and analysis.

Founded in 1942