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Gateway Summer 2024 Intern - Houston

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Jacobs

Mar 9, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Houston

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of school (Ideally 2 )
  • Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering (Other engineering may be appropriate on case/case basis)
  • Interest in CAD Modeling and Hardware testing
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Currently enrolled at an accredited university
  • Completed at least 60 credit hours
  • Minimum of a 2.8 GPA
  • Self-motivated, team player and adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required
  • Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team
  • Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
  • Requisition Preferences:
  • ​Mechanical engineering degree seeking student
  • Familiarity with common hand tools and proficiency using them to perform assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting on mechanical and electrical systems
  • Prior experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis
  • Experience with procedure development
  • Experience with NASA or Aerospace Industry
  • Experience with written procedures and quality controls
  • Experience with CAD & 2D/3D Drawings
  • Experience with tools like Thermal Desktop and/or ANSYS Fluent or similar software
  • Experience with doing physical testing – assembling test hardware, destructively testing components, deconstructing and analyzing hardware post-test​

Responsibilities

  • Work in a team environment, and report to project engineer or project manager for technical support, task assignment, and processes
  • Work with a fellow EE to design and provide the mechanical support for a prototype piece of hardware that provides power for portable equipment.
  • Tasks will include working with 3D CAD modeling software to design the enclosure, help assemble and/or write assembly procedure for building up the prototype, as well as specifying parts and outsourcing the construction of machined parts designed for this prototype
  • Thermal analysis and/or testing of heat generating units inside the box. Based on test results and/or analysis, candidate will design or modify the heat extraction capabilities of the enclosure
  • Interact frequently with other JETS teams and departments
  • Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions
  • Perform other duties as required
  • Perform hands on testing of power board and thermal/efficiency measurements of DC/DC converters
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Jacobs

Challenging today. Reinventing tomorrow.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Jacobs is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides innovative solutions for complex challenges in various industries, including infrastructure, water, transportation, energy, and more. They offer a wide range of services, such as engineering design, construction management, environmental consulting, and digital solutions. Their ultimate mission is to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions that positively impact communities and improve people's lives. Jacobs aims to be a trusted partner, driving positive change and shaping a better future through their expertise, technical excellence, and commitment to safety and sustainability.

Culture & Values

  • We do things right

    We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.

  • We aim higher

    We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.

  • We challenge the accepted

    We know that to create a better future, we must ask the difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things

  • We live inclusion

    We put people at the heart of our business. We have an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers. We embrace all perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • Mental and physical health support

  • Personalized financial counseling

  • Retirement planning and an employee stock purchase plan

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Competitive parental leave

  • Family planning and reproductive health benefits

  • Resources for parents and caregivers

  • Continued investment in your career advancement

  • Active employee networks and community systems

  • Giving back and volunteering support

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