Group 08-85 | SRP Intern | Integrated RF & Photonics | Summer 2026 Job at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Lexington, MA

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  • MIT Lincoln Laboratory
  • Lexington, MA

Job Description

 

The Integrated RF and Photonics Group develops electromagnetic technologies that improve the nation’s sensing, communications, and electronic warfare capabilities. The group’s focus areas include novel RF apertures, RF-digital systems and integrated photonics. Its efforts range from early-stage research to complete system prototypes. The group seeks to enhance the Laboratory’s impact in all of its mission areas by transitioning leading-edge technology into many domains.

 

Position Description

 

The Integrated RF and Photonics Group seeks a summer intern to support design, analysis, and testing of prototype antenna/microwave, RF-digital or photonic systems. The work may include simulation, modeling, data analysis, software/firmware development and/or laboratory testing. The successful candidate must be working on a PhD, MS, or BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or similar field. Research or coursework in electromagnetics, FPGA development, or photonics is preferred.

 

Summer Research Program Overview

 

The Summer Research Program offers students the chance to apply their academic knowledge to real-world national security challenges while working alongside leading scientists and engineers. As an SRP intern, you’ll engage in hands-on research, receive dedicated mentorship, and take part in professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and networking events—all while building connections within a vibrant community of peers.

 

  • Internships are typically 10–12 weeks, with flexible start and end dates, typically May through early August.
  • Housing support is available for eligible non-local interns, including access to discounted university housing in Boston and a one-time taxable relocation payment.
  • Complimentary daily shuttle transportation is provided from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab.

 

Learn more about the Summer Research Program at:

 

 

Compensation

 

Hourly pay rates below are effective January 2025 – December 2025 and will be reviewed again for Summer 2026.

 

  • Freshman (BS expected May/June 2029): $24.50/hour
  • Sophomore (BS expected May/June 2028): $26.00/hour
  • Junior (BS expected May/June 2027): $28.00/hour
  • Senior (5-year BS program, completed 4 years by May/June 2026): $31.00/hour
  • Bachelor’s degree completed in 2026: $34.50/hour
  • BS + 1 (BS completed May/June 2025, 1st year of MS in 2025–26): $36.00/hour
  • BS + 2 (BS completed May/June 2024, 2nd year of MS in 2025–26, degree not yet conferred): $37.50/hour
  • MS (Master’s degree expected May/June 2026): $38.00/hour
  • MS + 1 (MS completed May/June 2025, 1st year of PhD in 2025–26): $40.50/hour
  • MS + 2 (MS completed May/June 2024, 2nd year of PhD in 2025–26): $42.00/hour
  • MS + 3 (MS completed May/June 2023, 3rd year of PhD in 2025–26): $43.00/hour

 

 

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

 

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

 

Requisition ID: 42419 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, Summer internship, Local area, Relocation, Flexible hours,

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