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Physics Today

Assistant Professor of Physics

Oberlin, OH · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

This student research takes place during the semester, the summer, and Oberlin's month-long Winter ... lab courses as appropriate, and general-audience and seminar courses related to faculty interests.

Woodward

$25 - $28/hr

Student will assist project engineer(s) in the research, development, design, fabrication, and test ... Experience with Lab View programming is a plus. Education or Formal Training Must be at least a ...

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What is a summer lab assistant?

Summer Lab Assistants are temporary staff, often students, who work in laboratories during the summer months to support ongoing research and routine lab operations. Their duties typically include preparing materials, assisting with experiments, collecting and recording data, and maintaining lab equipment. This role offers hands-on experience in a scientific environment, making it valuable for those interested in careers in science or research. Summer Lab Assistants work under the supervision of senior researchers or laboratory managers and must follow safety protocols at all times.

What does a summer lab assistant do?

As a Summer Lab Assistant, you’ll typically spend your days preparing lab materials, maintaining equipment, recording data, and assisting with experiments under the supervision of senior researchers. Your attention to detail ensures that experiments run smoothly and data is accurate, which is crucial for the research team’s progress. You may also help with sample collection, inventory management, and organizing lab spaces. By taking on these essential tasks, you enable scientists to focus on complex analyses and contribute directly to the success of the lab’s projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer lab assistant?

To excel as a Summer Lab Assistant, you generally need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data recording systems is often required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication help you work well in a team and follow instructions precisely. These competencies are essential to maintain lab safety, ensure accurate results, and support ongoing research projects efficiently.

What are summer jobs for a lab assistant?

As a summer lab assistant, you assist a team in conducting research through various experiments. Your responsibilities for this role include recording test results, preparing lab materials, and keeping highly detailed logs. These positions are often internships or entry-level jobs for students that allow you to gain research or laboratory experience and learn new skills as you pursue an advanced degree. This position is particularly helpful to those seeking a career in medical, scientific, pharmaceutical, or biological fields. Regardless of your area of study, the duties of a summer lab assistant are often to help a lab technician prepare or carry out an experiment, prepare a sample for testing, or record findings as they happen.

What is the difference between Summer Lab Assistant vs Summer Research Intern?

AspectSummer Lab AssistantSummer Research Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or current student, some labs prefer relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, often with related coursework or research experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, assisting with experiments and data collectionResearch projects, data analysis, and possibly lab work, often more independent
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutions, biotech companiesUniversities, research labs, scientific organizations

While both roles involve supporting research activities in laboratory settings, Summer Lab Assistants typically assist with routine tasks and data collection, often requiring less experience. Summer Research Interns usually engage in more in-depth research activities, data analysis, and may have more academic prerequisites. Both positions provide valuable experience in scientific research environments.

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Engineering Internship - Lab Focus (Summer 2027)

Vertiv Group Corp.

Columbus, OH • On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 17 days ago

Vertiv rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

374th of 496 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description


Thermal Laboratory Engineering Intern - Liquid Cooling
Job Description:
The intern will assist the Dearborn Laboratory team in supporting testing, validation, and data analysis activities for Vertiv's liquid cooling products and thermal management systems. Responsibilities include test setup, instrumentation, data collection, troubleshooting, and reporting of test results. The intern will gain hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, thermal testing methodologies, and product validation processes while working alongside engineers and technicians to support new product development and sustaining engineering activities.
Preferred Major/Field of Study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related Engineering disciplines
Preferred Year: Junior or Senior
Tools/Skills Exposure: Data acquisition systems, laboratory instrumentation, Microsoft Excel, test equipment, thermal measurement devices, and engineering documentation systems
Responsibilities:
  • Support thermal and liquid cooling product testing in laboratory environments.
  • Assist with the setup, operation, and maintenance of test equipment and instrumentation.
  • Collect, analyze, and document test data for engineering review.
  • Create test reports, summaries, and presentations of laboratory findings.
  • Help develop and improve test procedures, work instructions, and laboratory documentation.
  • Support troubleshooting of test setups, products, and instrumentation issues.
  • Verify product performance against engineering specifications and requirements.
  • Assist engineers with test design, execution, and data reduction activities.
  • Perform routine calibration checks and ensure compliance with laboratory safety practices.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product development, and laboratory personnel to support ongoing projects.
  • Participate in new product development testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate records of testing activities and laboratory results.

Qualifications:
Desired Skills:
  • Experience with laboratory testing, data collection, and technical analysis.
  • Familiarity with engineering instrumentation such as thermocouples, pressure sensors, flow meters, power analyzers, or data acquisition systems.
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
  • Basic understanding of thermal systems, fluid flow, heat transfer, or mechanical systems.

Requirements:
  • Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Strong interest in hands-on laboratory testing and product validation.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to analyze data and communicate technical findings clearly.
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and test procedures.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work safely around laboratory equipment and test systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment while managing individual assignments.

What You'll Gain
  • Hands-on experience with liquid cooling and thermal management technologies.
  • Exposure to real-world product validation and testing processes.
  • Experience working with advanced laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with engineers, technicians, and product development teams.
  • Insight into the development and qualification of mission-critical thermal solutions for data center applications.

About Us
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com

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