MADO 2026 Projects

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Advantest Test Solutions

Materials and inventory movement optimization (Project 29)

Project overview: This project will identify areas of inefficiencies that slow down the velocity of materials into our factory. They will include evaluating physical movement along with systemic inefficiencies.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Nothing specific needed, we will provide whatever is needed in terms of systems and access.

Skills required: Data analytics

Sales Processes and Marketing for Semiconductor Automation Systems (Project 52)

Company: Advantest Test Solutions

Project overview: The position will be to support a business development and marketing team on various tasks which will include data analytics, sales system management, developing automation of established business analytics with AI and other tools, assistance with product marketing content also using AI and other tools, product management for new hardware and software, and co-creation of product demonstrations and video content with engineering team

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: Laptop loaded with necessary software licenses for MS Office365, Co-pilot license for AI work, Salesforce license, Smartsheet license for project management of tasks, plus access to needed hardware for demos

Skills required: Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Macros in Excel or similar scripting language, AI tool like Co-pilot or ChatGPT, some level of financial understanding/proficiency, product marketing basics, and project management basics. Can express self well and communicate ideas well for new concepts to different audiences (verbal, written, audio, video, etc)

Asahi Group Holdings

DDP Part 1: B2B Business Plan Creation (Project 38)

Company: Asahi Group Holdings

Project overview: The Drink Diary Pro (DDP) is a joint project between Asahi and UCI that was designed to help users have a healthier and more mindful relationship with alcohol. Through an integrated mobile and a wearable app, users can easily and discreetly track their consumption and gain insights into how their drinking habits impact their health over time. In 2025, the project has made significant headway on both AI and app development, bringing the DDP closer to market readiness.

This project offers an opportunity for students to gain experience in market analysis, product positioning, and business planning, and to apply strategic thinking for the success of a real-world product.

Objectives
1. Conduct a strategic analysis to identify and recommend the most promising industry/sector for DDP’s initial market launch
2. Create a business plan, including a user acquisition strategy and go-to-market plan tailored to the recommended industry
3. Provide prioritized recommendations on additional features or refinements to enhance the DDP’s relevance for the chosen industry

Modality: Remote, Hybrid

Resources required: Resources provided:
– Mobile app via TestFlight
– Presentation decks and other data files regarding the project background, detailed features list, etc
– User testing reports for reference

Tools needed:
– Laptop and a stable internet connection
– Google Workspace / iWork Apps / Microsoft 365

Other tools and resources can be discussed during the actual program start.

Skills required: 1. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
2. Awareness and understanding of digital health
3. Communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
4. User-centered design thinking
5. Entrepreneurial mindset

DDP Part 2: Mobile App Enhancement (Project 39)

Company: Asahi Group Holdings

While the current version includes several core features, the next phase of development will focus on enhancing the app’s ability to assess user well-being—particularly in relation to driving safety and next-day productivity. As the app is being positioned for B2B markets, an intuitive and data-rich dashboard will also be essential for launch readiness.

Objectives:
1. Integrate the Apple HealthKit to the mobile app
2. Enhance app features to make well-being assessments easier and to generate better insights for users
3. Develop a user-friendly dashboard to view aggregated data

Modality: Remote, Hybrid

Resources required: Resources provided:
1. Mobile app via TestFlight
2. Presentation decks and data files containing the features list and other details
3. Requirements list and design for development
4. Apple developer account

Tools needed:
1. Laptop
2. (iOS) Xcode , Swift UI,

Other tools and resources can be discussed during the actual program start.

Skills required: Skills:
1. Strong analytical and problem solving skills
2. Native iOS development using Swift
3. AI development (Desired)
4. Data visualization
5. Communication and collaboration

CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County

Orange County Internship Directory and Social Media Campaign (Project 54)

Company: CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County

Project overview: The project goal is to build a comprehensive directory of internship opportunities and promote them through a coordinated social media campaign. The directory will feature 100 companies across MedTech, Professional/Financial Services, and Aerospace/Defense, curated for inclusion on the Brighter Futures website, a regional hub connecting students to career pathways in Orange County, CA.

By promoting these opportunities through engaging digital content, the project seeks to increase traffic to the Brighter Futures website by 25% and expand awareness of local internship options among students, educators, and employers.

Modality: Remote

Resources required: Student will need access to a computer with internet access. We will provide access to google suite, CANVA and other work tools, as required.

Skills required: Research, writing, communications and organizational skills. Familiar with social media marketing tools and analytics (CANVA, LinkedIn, Google Analytics)

CLAOC Stakeholder Engagement Dashboard and Data Visualization (Project 57)

Company: CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County

Project overview: This data-driven project is designed to strengthen program engagement and amplify community impact across the CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLAOC) network. By leveraging data from multiple sources — including meetings (in-person and virtual), event attendance, program participation, LinkedIn activity, email click-throughs, and message interactions — the project will develop a Stakeholder Engagement Dashboard that visualizes how stakeholders connect, participate, and collaborate.

The dashboard will serve as a central tool for tracking engagement trends, identifying highly active stakeholders, and uncovering opportunities to deepen participation. Using a custom Engagement Rating System, the project will transform raw data into actionable insights that inform CLAOC’s strategic outreach and community-building efforts.

Ultimately, this initiative will help the organization better understand, measure, and grow its impact within Orange County’s innovation ecosystem.

Key Outcomes:

Integrated Data View: Consolidate engagement data across CLAOC programs, events, and digital platforms.

Engagement Rating System: Develop a quantitative framework for evaluating stakeholder participation.

Interactive Dashboard: Build a visual platform highlighting engagement strengths, gaps, and trends over time.

Strategic Insights: Deliver recommendations to enhance stakeholder collaboration and program alignment.

Automation Potential: Explore tools to enable quarterly dashboard updates with minimal manual effort.

Modality: Remote

Resources required: Student will need to provide own computer and internet access. CLAOC will provide access to applicable software, datasets and source information to complete the project.

Skills required: Curious and analytical mindset with an eye for trends and patterns.
Basic experience with CRMS (e.g. Monday.com), Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI, or Tableau
Interest in data analytics, business strategy, or nonprofit leadership.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new tools.
Passion for using data to make a difference in the community.

Analyzing AI Skill Demands to Guide Program Alignment (Project 58)

Company: CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County

Project overview: From January 5 to May 31, the student will analyze public labor market data (e.g., O*NET, BLS) to identify emerging AI-related workforce skills. They will draft a memo summarizing key findings and use these insights to recommend adjustments to CLAOC’s workshops and online modules to better address evolving skill needs. This project supports CLAOC’s mission to strengthen workforce readiness and align training with future job demands.

Modality: Remote, Hybrid

Resources required: • Public labor market data (O*NET, BLS, etc.)
• Access to CLAOC’s existing program materials
• Google Workspace and presentation tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Staff guidance on interpreting data and framing recommendations

Skills required: • Data research and basic analytics
• Writing and communication (memo format)
• Familiarity with workforce or labor market trends
• Interest in AI and emerging technology skills

Design West Technologies

Drone Deployed Microsensors (Project 7)

Company: Design West Technologies

Project overview: DWT has developed a Microsensor system deployed via drones, called DropPuck System. The project will focus on taking account of current system status, identify gaps and opportunities, and implement improvements to support future live demonstrations. The system can be seen on our website www.dwtusa.com.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Students will work closely with R&D engineers and scientists. No other resources are needed.

Skills required: STEM students with background in ME, EE, CS or similar preferred.

Modular Drone in a Box (Project 8)

Company: Design West Technologies

Project overview: DWT’s current drone prototype is modular and can be modified from UGV to UAV to fix wing within few minutes. The student will work on maturing and ruggedizing this drone and prepare an Iteration 2 prototype. The student will work closely with R&D engineers and scientists and have support on mechanical and electrical development tasks. The drone will further serve as platform for ML algorithm development.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: DWT will provide all needed resources and tools.

Skills required: EE, CS, or ME students or similar. Tasks will be hands on as part of the R&D team.

Enterprise Automation – Turbine Engine Anomaly Detection Demo (Project 43)

Company: Enterprise Automation

Project overview: This project will involve the design (mechanical, electrical, software), construction, and programming of a new module for our hands-on AI demonstration experience at trade shows.

Modality: Hybrid, In-Person

Resources required: Materials will be provided and will remain property of Enterprise Automation.

Skills required: machine learning, artificial intelligence, C#, python, 3D printing, circuit design, PCB design, CAD, software engineering, raspberry pi, creativity

Gala Capital Partners – Data/Financial Analyst (Project 34)

Company: Gala Capital Partners

Project overview: Primary Objective: project will collect and visualize data from our Point-of-Sale system, driving and supporting business decisions. Secondary: build financial models for Mergers & Acquisitions deals – like Shark Tank!

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: AWS, Power BI, Excel/Row Zero, laptop

Skills required: strong skills in data analysis, proficiency in finance/accounting, proficiency in excel, presentation skills

Gatekeeper Systems, Inc. – Using artificial intelligence to detect abnormal behavior and enhance theft prevention (Project 47)

Company: Gatekeeper Systems, Inc.

Project overview: Gatekeeper Systems offers Purchek, a leading security solution that combats retail theft by preventing unauthorized cart exits and protecting merchandise. The company plans to enhance Purchek’s capabilities by integrating advanced Machine Learning algorithms. These algorithms will predict and detect theft events by analyzing shopper behavior, leveraging data from both vision-based systems and Large Language Models (LLMs). Gatekeeper Systems possesses a vast dataset of tens of millions of videos, collected from a fleet of over 16 million wheels in the field, for training these machine models.

The project aims to develop video-based machine models capable of detecting suspicious shopper behavior in near real-time. A key objective is to integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance prediction accuracy by providing semi-structured metadata. The system must be able to return results quickly, enabling timely intervention to prevent theft events.

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: The Gatekeeper’s intention is to minimize the resources required from students for this project, focusing primarily on their skills in building and crafting models.

The Gatekeeper System offers comprehensive resources and support to ensure project success, including:

Extensive Data: Access to tens of millions of labeled video files showcasing both theft and non-theft events. Additionally, data from 16 million wheels with valuable metadata is available to aid in the development of both vision and large language models (LLMs).
Google Cloud Services: Full access to Google Cloud Services, including the Google Gemini family of multimodal AI models and associated tools.
Expert Guidance: Direct access to Gatekeeper subject matter experts for instruction on system usage and data interpretation.
Essential Software: Provision of any necessary additional software, such as Microsoft Office tools, to facilitate project completion.
Platform Training: Training on the current Gatekeeper platform to provide a thorough understanding of its operations.

Skills required: We believe the following skills are essential for a successful project:

Machine Learning Fundamentals:
Strong grasp of Vision-based Machine Learning.
Proficiency in LLMs, including RAG and/or MCP for system integration.
Solid understanding of Python programming for ML tasks.
Data Management & Preparation:
Basic database knowledge to access Gatekeeper data.
Expertise in data cleaning and reformatting for model training.
Teamwork:
Ability to collaborate effectively within a small team.

Gaudi Technology Inc. – Engineering Innovation for the Future of Construction (Project 56)

Company: Gaudi Technology Inc.

Project overview: High-Level Overview of Proposed Project — Gaudi Technology

Company Overview and Goals
Gaudi Technology is a pioneer in 3D-printed construction solutions dedicated to transforming the global building industry through automation, sustainability, and innovation. Our goal is to develop an integrated ecosystem that combines advanced construction robotics, intelligent materials (such as our proprietary Gaudicrete), and AI-driven design to make construction faster, greener, and more affordable.

Project Purpose
The proposed project aims to bridge academic research and real-world innovation by engaging students in the advancement of Gaudi’s 3D printing technology. Students will have the opportunity to analyze and upgrade our existing 3D printer hardware and software systems to enhance precision, stability, and automation performance.
This project also serves as part of our preparation to establish a 3D printer manufacturing facility in the United States, supporting local production, testing, and technology transfer.

Expected Student Deliverables
By the end of the program, students are expected to deliver:

Hardware or software improvement proposals supported by experimental data or simulation;

A prototype, digital model, or updated control module demonstrating technical enhancement;

A final report and presentation summarizing the design process, validation results, and recommendations for implementation in the U.S. production line.

Through this collaboration, students will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge 3D printing construction technology while contributing directly to Gaudi’s mission of scaling sustainable building solutions worldwide.

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: Students will have access to Gaudi’s 3D printing construction technology resources, including CAD design files, 3D printing simulation software, Gaudi printer operation manuals, and material data (Gaudicrete mix design and performance data). Gaudi will provide software access (e.g., AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, and Cura), hardware demonstration (Gaudi-1 printer), and supervision from engineering mentors.

Skills required: Mechanical design, electrical engineering fundamentals, CAD modeling, 3D printing process understanding, materials science basics, data analysis, teamwork, and communication skills.

Glidewell Dental

Glass 3D Printing (Project 11)

Company: Glidewell Dental

Project overview: Glass-ceramics have long been used in dentistry for creating esthetic dental restorations and have played a key role in the digital transformation of dentistry with the advent of CAD/CAM technologies. The development of 3D-printed glass has the potential to further enhance efficiency by reducing chairside time, simplifying processing, and improving patient satisfaction. The overarching goal of this project is to investigate the potential for 3D printing dental-grade glass-ceramics. The student researcher working on this project will gain hands-on experience in processing glasses and glass-ceramics, synthesizing printable resins, and materials characterization.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Software – MS Office (will be provided); Workstation will also be provided

Skills required: Scientific temperament, communication skills, willing-to-learn attitude, basic understanding of glass and ceramic materials;

Machinable Glass-Ceramics (Project 12)

Company: Glidewell Dental

Project overview: Glass-ceramics are widely used in dentistry for their excellent aesthetics, high strength, and rapid processing into restorations through CAD/CAM technology. While CAD/CAM has enabled chairside fabrication, the demand for new glass-ceramics that allow faster milling cycles persists. This project aims to develop glass-ceramics with improved machinability over current state-of-the-art materials. The student will gain fundamental knowledge of glass chemistry, along with hands-on experience in glass and glass-ceramic processing, as well as materials characterization techniques.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Software – MS Office (will be provided); Workstation will be provied

Skills required: Scientific Temperament; Communication Skills; Willing-to-learn attitude; Basic understanding of glass and ceramics

Novel CAD/CAM Resin Composite Block with High Mechanical Properties (Project 17)

Company: Glidewell Dental

Project overview: This project will develop a novel CAD/CAM resin composite block with high mechanical properties using composite and hot isostatic pressing (HIP) technologies.
The application of computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) in dentistry for indirect dental restorations has remarkably increased during the last decade. Compared to glass-ceramics/ceramics, CAD/CAM composites blocks are easily fabricated and repaired, they have better machinability and thus lower tendency to marginal chipping, However, composite blocks generally are still not as strong as glass-ceramics/ceramics materials. Therefore, new CAD/CAM resin composite block with improved mechanical properties is highly desirable. As composite block become popular and market share increase in the dental indirect restoration, this project will strength our company “In-office” (.io) system to enable dental professionals to have more choices to produce same-day restorations like crowns and bridges.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: HIP device, Instron 5564 universal testing machine, Shimadzu (AGS-X-10 KN-table top model) universal testing machine, Micro Vickers hardness tester, Grinder-Polisher, Buehler section machine, Zeiss Smart zoom 5 digital microscope, Speedmixer, etc., which will be provided to students’ research

Skills required: Basic skills in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, etc.

ZrO2 based ceramic composites for dental applications. (Project 22)

Company: Glidewell Dental

Project overview: This project mainly focuses on development of zirconia oxide based full ceramic composites for dental applications. These class composites aim to obtain high translucency and better machinability performance. For that several compositions and sintering protocols will be tested and investigated in terms of Hardness, strength, fracture toughness, translucency and dynamometer load during milling.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: tests will be performed in house with our equipment, such as microhardness indenter, milling machine, UV/VIS spectrophotometer, furnaces and pressure casting machines.

Skills required: Motivated, enjoy being in a lab environment, high interest in materials.

Sr/Ti Doped YSZ for Machinable Ceramics (Project 42)

Company: Glidewell Dental

Project overview: Highly machinable ceramics are incredibly desirable for improving the processing time for dental restorations which will allow dentists to provide patients same day visits. This project focuses on the development and testing of YSZ doped with Sr and Ti for the purpose of improving machinability. The project will include materials characterization techniques such as SEM, sample preparation, indentation methods, 3-pt bend test, ceramic synthesis and more.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Will provide a desk and laptop with all applications needed and laboratory PPE.

Skills required: Proficiency in Microsoft office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. Strong organizational skills and some knowledge of materials science is preferred.

Hesse Mechatronics – Interconnection Intern (Project 25)

Company: Hesse Mechatronics

Project overview: This project will focus on developing interconnection parameters along with automation solutions for microelectronic devices that include power modules, battery modules, quantum computing, photonics, etc.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: we will supply all the materials, tools, etc.

Skills required: need to be familiar with working with a microscope and hand-tools

Hydrosat Inc. – Optical Sensor Integration and Test (Project 32)

Company: Hydrosat Inc.

Project overview: This project involves working on the assembly, integration, and test of a visible and longwave infrared sensor to be used for space based remote sensing to produce water stress measurements and watering recommendations for the agriculture industry.

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: Students will need access to Python or another analysis tool (e.g. Matlab, Excel) as well as documentation resources (e.g. MS Word, PPT, etc.). Students will have the opportunity to work in the lab with hardware if their schedule permits. All tools/resources for hands on work will be provided on site by Hydrosat.

Skills required: Hydrosat is seeking students with a background in any of the following fields: electrical engineering, firmware/software, mechanical engineering, optical design. Hydrosat intends on providing mentoring/training to help the students get up to speed in order to succeed in supporting this program.

IPCMobile – MaglinQ+ & UHF RFID R&D (Project 48)

Company: IPCMobile

Project overview: Provide Research and Development assistance around two of our most promising Product Roadmap technologies for mobile Enterprise solutions. The goal is to: 1) develop working prototypes that incorporate MaglinQ+ USB-C magnetic-based connectivity between a host device and IPCMobile Smart Device and 2) develop working prototypes using a custom connector between a IPCMobile Smart Device with UHF RFID and an External antenna for long range UHF performance.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: IPCMobile will provide the toolsets and hardware development kits that will allow the Intern to conduct research surrounding the MaglinQ+ and UHF RFID technologies that have been planned for our mobility product roadmap devices. The scope of the Internship will also include breadboarding hardware prototypes and conducting characterization testing to help guide the direction of development of these technologies.

Skills required: Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering knowledge would be most useful (on-site Engineering guidance will be available daily). Experience with prototyping (3D printing, soldering, etc) would also be useful but not required as we could help the Intern develop those skills.

Iris Technology – Distillery Project Support: Space VPX (Project 45)

Company: Iris Technology

Project overview: The goal would be to provide a path for our electronics to fit into a Space VPX architecture including selection of 3rd party chassis card cage, power supply cards and any additional cards needed for offering a subsystem for a Space payload.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Iris will provide a laptop with tools such as Chatgpt, Iris Open AI, Draw I/O, Microsoft office and any other relevant software depending on the experience of the candidate.

Skills required: Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering

KPFF – AI-Driven Automation for Structural and Seismic Engineering (Project 53)

Company: KPFF

Project overview: AI-Driven Automation for Structural and Seismic Engineering streamlines data extraction from drawings and specs, model preprocessing, analysis workflow automation, and postprocessing. It embeds these capabilities in daily workflows to cut manual effort and error and to shorten analysis and documentation cycles. KPFF is already advancing several of these initiatives through internal pilots, while additional modules will be initiated in the next phase. Deliverables include a document parsing and extraction tool; model preparation and conversion utilities, ground-motion scaling processes, and interactions between different softwares; a QA/QC assistant aligned with code-compliance procedures and company standards. The project supports KPFF’s mission by increasing speed and reliability, standardizing outputs, and freeing engineers to focus on higher value design decisions that improve seismic resilience.

Modality: Remote

Resources required: 1) Complete onboarding and full KPFF suite (Teams, etc) will be provided
2) Development machine

Skills required: 1) willingness to learn, especially about a new field (structural engineering)!
2) Python knowledge
3) see video for more details about libraries, APIs, etc.

Medtronic Neurovascular – Gen AI Assistant for Medical Device Labeling (Project 21)

Company: Medtronic Neurovascular

Project overview: This project will develop an AI chatbot tool to provide natural language lookup and query functionality to a large set of structured data

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: Sponsor will supply hardware and software

Skills required: Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Initiative
Ability to Work Independently
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills
Curiosity / Inquisitiveness
Interpersonal Skills
Generative AI foundation (ChatGPT, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot)
Technical AI tool skills (Python, JavaScript)
Machine Learning and API Integration
Data structure handling

Monitour AI – AI-Powered Video Surveillance Platform – Real-Time Threat Detection and Analytics (Project 23)

Company: Monitour AI

Project overview: Monitour is an AI-powered remote surveillance platform designed to enhance security for commercial and residential properties. Instead of relying on costly on-site security guards, Monitour uses advanced computer vision to monitor live camera feeds in real time; detecting loitering, fire, vandalism, and other suspicious activity. The system processes RTSP camera streams through our edge devices using AI models trained to identify threats and trigger alerts. Our remote monitoring team then verifies and responds instantly through sirens, lights, or direct communication with property managers and law enforcement when needed.

Monitour primarily serves property management companies, retail centers, apartment complexes, industrial parks, and commercial buildings, offering them a scalable, cost-effective alternative to traditional security while providing detailed analytics and daily activity summaries for better operational insight.

The project focuses on advancing the Monitour platform through AI development, software integration, and UX/UI enhancements. Interns will help develop and optimize components that allow for:

-Real-time video analytics (fire, loitering, and intrusion detection) using computer vision and machine learning.

-Backend systems for managing and storing event logs, alerts, and performance metrics.

-Frontend dashboards for operators to visualize live camera feeds, analytics, and system alerts.

-Testing, benchmarking, and improving model accuracy and system reliability under large-scale streaming conditions.

-Research and prototype additional detection capabilities

Interns will work collaboratively with Monitour’s engineering and product management teams to deliver a functional improvements or new features by the end of the internship period (Jan–June 2026).

Modality: Hybrid, In-Person

Resources required: Software & Development:

-Cloud-based dev environment (AWS/GCP) with GitHub, Docker, VS Code, and JupyterLab.

-AI/ML frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV, YOLOv8, Ultralytics.

-Frontend tools: React, Next.js

Data & Datasets:

-Curated labeled video datasets (loitering, fire, vandalism, etc.).

Hardware & Compute:

-Virtualized NVIDIA GPU servers for model training and inference.

-Access to edge devices for real-time model deployment testing.

-Remote cloud environments

Student Requirements:

Personal laptop/desktop with internet access.

Basic familiarity with Python, JavaScript, C++

Skills required: We’re looking for motivated students with a mix of software, AI, and data skills. Applicants don’t need experience in all areas.

Core Skills:

-Proficiency in Python, JS, C++

-Familiarity with Git/GitHub, debugging, and version control.

-Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

AI / Machine Learning:

-Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or OpenCV.

-Understanding of computer vision, object detection, or video processing.

-Interest in model training, testing, and optimization.

Software / Frontend Development:

-Experience with React, Next.js, or other modern web frameworks.

-Knowledge of REST APIs, WebSockets, and data visualization tools (e.g., Recharts, D3).

-Basic understanding of cloud deployment (Docker, AWS/GCP).

Data Science / Analytics:

-Understanding of data labeling, model evaluation, and analytics dashboards.

Bonus / Preferred Skills:

-Experience with edge AI devices (NVIDIA edge devices).

-Knowledge of real-time streaming or IoT systems.

Netlist Inc. – Technical Content Creator (Project 16)

Company: Netlist Inc.

Project overview: Be passionate about continuous learning and knowledge sharing. Drive a change from within through promoting new tools and collaborating with stakeholders to create new solutions using AI technology, Microsoft 365, and more tools.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Supplied – Microsoft 365 Ecosystem, computer, cubicle,

Skills required:

• Product Road mapping and Market Research
• Presentation Skills of Technical Information for broad audience
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity or interest in workflow automation tools (Power Automate, SharePoint)
• Interest in agentic AI applications

Additional Information: https://netlist-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/p/granti/ET25b91DEUZDuDjPZJRhvHoBnI3cbS8tK7dgjBiXFyUh3w?e=eivIQI

Parker Aerospace

Control System and Data Aquisition (Project 35)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: Utilizing state of the art control system hardware and software, student will review the existing control system software for one of the Test consoles written in LabView and make modifications to meet new test requirements.

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: Engineering scale laptop with LabVIEW and other supporting software, all of which will be provided by Parker.

Skills required: Electrical or Aerospace engineering major. ability to code, read electrical schematics, and work with a variety of handheld tools.

Process Time Study (Project 36)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: This project will determine accurate process times, identify bottlenecks and non‑value‑added activities, and establish baseline metrics to support improvement initiatives such as capacity planning, line balancing, automation, and staffing. The primary task is to observe the assembly and test processes for flight‑control actuators, document cycle and auxiliary times, and record improvement opportunities to enhance product quality and safety.

Key deliverables (brief)

– Time study dataset for assembly and test operations
– Bottleneck and non‑value‑added time analysis
– Prioritized improvement opportunities with recommended actions to improve quality and safety

Modality: Hybrid, In-Person

Resources required: All tools and data sources access will be provided by Parker

Skills required: Some engineering and/or Lean background needed

Material Flow Project (Project 37)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: Our project is using supply chain analytics to establish a lean pull system through our manufacturing plant. We will be incorporating visual signals as well as long term planning models to improve turnaround time and overall efficiency.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: If the student has any experience with industrial, mechanical, or quality engineering it will help them assimilate into this project. Additionally, if they are familiar with LEAN practices in a manufacturing environment.

Skills required: Microsoft platforms such as excel, vizio, access, etc. Any manufacturing or engineering experience.

Embedded Controls System (Project 44)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: This project will develop a fully custom embedded controls system for a defense application.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: All required resources to support this project will be provided by Parker Meggitt Defense Systems Division (laptop, embedded controller hardware,…)

Skills required: Analytical, Simulink, Matlab, C/C++, closed loop controls systems, circuit analysis, general lab equipment hands-on experience

Test Engineer Lab Assistant (Project 46)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: Establish a single source for lab/test assets—via a complete electronic inventory, linked photo archive, and standardized physical labeling—to ensure accuracy, traceability, safety, and audit readiness. Creating wiring diagram and compilation of component data sheets. This supports Parker Aerospace by improving asset utilization and calibration compliance, reducing search time and downtime, strengthening safety, and enabling data-driven decisions.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: We will provide a laptop with Microsoft Office, camera, access to our SharePoint and calibration records, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves.

Skills required: Entry level – no experience required but some lab work preferred
Experience with 2D or 3D CAD systems a plus

A 3-Phase AC/DC Converter ANSYS Digital Twin and Its Application to EMI Filter Volume Optimization for A Flight Actuation Motor Controller (Project 50)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: Key Requirements:
(1) Develop a Digital Twin of the 3-phase AC/DC Converter designed for Parker flight control actuation motor control electronics (MCE)
– Use ANSYS Twin Builder for Analog Mixed Signal (AMS) simulation of the converter
– Design and integrate the FPGA control VHDL code into the simulation model

(2) Apply the simulation to the volumetric optimization of the EMI Filter:
– Recognize the unique features (Constraints) of aircraft AC buses
– Magnetic components typically need to be customized for optimization purpose. Define the magnetic components using ANSYS tool set.
– Large number of capacitors of various performance are available. Need a market survey to find the volumetric model of the right capacitors for this application.
Final capacitor shape can be deformed to improve the power density.
– The filter needs to be appropriately damped with resistors of the right wattage
– The filter’s conducted emission performance depends on the load. Some level of the DC load modelling is needed.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: Resource and Tools from students: None
All necessary tools will be provided by Parker

Skills required: Prior circuit analysis and simulation experience
Fundamentals of power electronics (DC/DC, AC/DC, Magnetics, EMI Filtering, etc)
Fundamentals of either three phase AC/DC converter or DC/AC motor driver
Basics of power switch PWM modulation (e.g. sine-triangle PWM)
Knowledge of control system modeling and design
Fundamentals of Digital Signal Processing
FPGA firmware design with preference to VHDL coding
Optimization skills preferred

Final Inspection documents review application (Project 51)

Company: Parker Aerospace

Project overview: create an application using Power app , power automated and AI to review the documents i.e., test data, traveler, Certificate of conformance and determine if everything is correct and within the tolerance or not.

Modality: Remote, Hybrid, In-Person

Resources required: AI tool, Microsoft application i.e. Power app, power automated, power BI, Forms, power pages.Parker will provide all the tools belong to Microsoft list.

Skills required: IT, using Power apps and Power automated and AI and any other Microsoft application that can do the work.

Peregrine Space Corp – CORVID Application Suite (Project 20)

Company: Peregrine Space Corp

Project overview: This project will develop a software test suite for validating updated code prior to merging with a main branch, and establish an architecture for controlling and enabling subsystems based on an external user’s input. Students will need to account for various external hardware-based interruptions and tasks without loss of data or overall system schedule. The project output will be an application suite that will enable or disable various firmware functions based on an operation request and a testing suite that will verify the functionality of updates to the application suite prior to merging with the main codebase.

Modality: Remote

Resources required: you will need access to a computer/laptop with VS Code, git, and the ability to install a VPN application. We will provide optical mission models (python), a software interface document, operational expertise, hardware examples, and a mission plan.

Skills required: Proficiency in any or all of: C++, C#, Python, or JavaScript. Familiarity with robust software design practices, software unit testing, and context switching.

ProGroup

Unified Software Ecosystem Authentication (Project 13)

Company: ProGroup

Project overview: ProGroup designs, creates, hosts and maintains a wide array of bespoke software products for customers.
For this project you will research various methodologies and libraries to find the best fit for a unified authentication experience that will tie together a series of software products in our ecosystem. The project will consist of developing an isolated prototype test case of the proposed system as well as providing some insight into how that system could be integrated into some of our other products.
Responsibilities
Research and propose scalable solutions for an enterprise-grade authentication system
Support the design or development of a user management server capable of securely handling high-volume, multi-tenant environments
Solve integration challenges across multiple mobile platforms and web frameworks
Take the lead in developing a proof-of-concept prototype of the chosen system to drive project direction

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: Students will need to supply their own computer and we will provide all necessary access to the data environments and code bases. We will also provide all of the necessary paperwork to establish an nda.

Skills required: Strong research and documentation skills
Strong web development skills
Moderate to Advanced knowledge of JavaScript, React Framework, and Next.js Framework
Moderate to Advanced knowledge of Express.js
Ability to present and explain findings and demonstrate code to our coding team
Comfort and ease in discussing complex topics in English
Familiarity with Prisma and MySQL is preferred, but not required
Comfortable using Git
Self-motivated and results oriented

Porting an Employee Onboarding Application (Project 14)

Company: ProGroup

Project overview: ProGroup designs, creates, hosts and maintains a wide array of bespoke software products for customers
For this project you will use screenshots of an employee onboarding application that was developed in another language, along with some written documentation of requirements, to help our team port the application over to our current stack. You will be able to take charge of the full stack app development process from the ground up. Most of the coding will occur in the React and/or Next.js Frameworks on the front end and Express.js on the back end.
Responsibilities
Understand and extract application requirements from previous documentation
Integrate stakeholder and client feedback into application design
Suggest features and strategies to improve the application and meet the needs of modern onboarding processes
Champion the application’s full stack redevelopment in our stack, laying a foundation for future enhancements and seamless onboarding experiences

Modality: Hybrid

Skills required: Strong web development skills
Moderate to Advanced knowledge of JavaScript, React Framework, and Next.js Framework
Moderate to Advanced knowledge of Express.js
Ability to present and explain findings and demonstrate code to our coding team
Comfort and ease in discussing complex topics in English
Familiarity with Prisma and MySQL is preferred, but not required
Comfortable using Git
Self-motivated and results oriented

Updating a Mobile App UI (Project 15)

Company: ProGroup

Project overview: ProGroup designs, creates, hosts and maintains a wide array of bespoke software products for customers
In this project you will help our team in updating the UI experience of our Apple / Android mobile app to be more visually appealing and compliant with modern standards. You can apply your knowledge of artistic design and proven techniques to put your own mark on a real world mobile application.
Responsibilities
Design and implement a responsive, cross-platform user interface using Ionic to ensure seamless performance across mobile and web
Incorporate client feedback into iterative UI/UX development, enhancing usability, accessibility, and visual design
Apply company design themes while exercising creative freedom to deliver visually consistent and engaging user experiences
Collaborate with backend developers to define and integrate APIs, enabling smooth front-end interfaces for new application features

Modality: Hybrid

Skills required: Moderate to Advanced knowledge of UI and user experience in mobile apps
Prior exposure to or willing to learn Ionic Framework
Prefer someone with web development experience as Ionic’s UI code is structured much like a web app would be
Experience with iOS or Android development is a plus, but not required
Ability to present and explain findings and demonstrate code to our coding team
Comfort and ease in discussing complex topics in English
Familiarity with Prisma and MySQL is preferred, but not required
Comfortable using Git
Self-motivated and results oriented

Qualcomm – IP and Tech Ecosystem Development (Project 30)

Company: Qualcomm

Project overview: Our group works with universities and non-profit organizations to provide free IP and technology education and mentoring through Qualcomm’s Government Affairs group. As part of this we are looking for students to plan and conduct outreach efforts as well as analytics and course evaluations. Tasks may include website evaluations, data analysis using AI tools and phone/email outreach.

Modality: Remote

Resources required: Most of the work can be done using the students personal laptop and this can be a remote position.

Skills required: Prefer to have Engineering or Management, or pre-law students

Renesas Electronics America Inc. – RTS Noise Characterization (Project 18)

Company: Renesas Electronics America Inc.

Project overview: We will request the graduate students continue the RTS Noise characterization project from last year (MADO 2025). DC I-V measurements and very sensitive RTS noise measurements in package form. With a custom design test fixture for measuring RTS noise in package form.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: We have the equipment in Professor Li lab from the 2025 MADO project. We did not have package test units until just recently.

Skills required: Bachelor degree in EE with emphasis on semiconductor devices and IC design.

RTX – Air Command and Control Web Client Modernization (Project 55)

Company: RTX

Project overview: >ProCon is an AC2 system that interfaces with multiple external surveillance sources, including radars, tactical data links, and civilian flight plans. ProCon monitors and displays the status of these connections, including data transmission, reception, and overall system health.

The goal of this project is to modernize the existing MOTIF-based graphical user interface (GUI) of ProCon by developing a brand-new web application that provides an intuitive, responsive, and visually modern user experience.

The new web application will:

• Interface with the existing backend processes to display real-time connection and message data

• Provide dynamic dashboards, status indicators, and system health visualization

• Be designed with a modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue), as a SPA (Single Page Application).

• Integrate with a web service layer (implemented in Java, or another modern language) that bridges the C-based backend and the new client interface

Currently, the legacy GUI is accessible only from a single workstation display. The new web-based solution will make the interface accessible from any authorized workstation with a web browser, significantly improving usability, accessibility, and maintainability.

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: You will be provided with a DCE account to access things like Jira, Bitbucket.

Skills required: Required:

• Proficiency in a modern programming language such as C, C++, Java, or JavaScript

• Familiarity with multiple front-end web frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js

• Knowledge of Git or other version control systems.

• Comfortable developing and testing in a Linux environment.

Ability to follow code standards and work with others in code reviews.
Preferred / Nice to have

• Exposure to interfacing with existing back end systems.

• Experience working with message brokers such as RabbitMQ, Apache ActiveMQ, or Redis.

• Previous internship or project experience as part of a software development team.

• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development processes (e.g., sprints, standups, issue tracking).

Rusty Taco – Marketing Optimization (Project 24)

Company: Rusty Taco

Project overview: The project will involve 3 activations to improve SEO functionality for Rusty Taco. Optimization implementation will include updates for GMB pages by location; activation of Apple Business Connect; and key term inclusion for SEO on the website.

Modality: Remote

Resources required: I will provide access to the Google Business and Apple Business Connect accounts along with. back-end access to website editing software.

Skills required: SEO content strategy development
Content gap analysis and topic clustering
Competitive SERP analysis
Blog and landing page optimization
Local SEO strategy (Google Business Profiles, local citations, map rankings)
Multi-location SEO optimization

Sapphire Technologies – Seal Performance for Higher-Efficiency Turboexpanders (Project 33)

Company: Sapphire Technologies

Project overview: This project will involve working with Sapphire’s product development team to design and build a modular test rig for evaluating brush, labyrinth, and carbon seals—critical components that determine turboexpander efficiency. The intern will participate in tooling and fixture design, test setup, and experimental validation to measure seal leakage under varying pressure and speed conditions. The work will include data acquisition and analysis to characterize performance and develop correlations that link seal design to energy recovery potential. Findings from this project will directly support the next generation of Sapphire’s high-efficiency turboexpanders deployed in clean energy and waste-pressure recovery applications around the world.

Modality: Hybrid

Resources required: The project will leverage our company’s supply chain to have custom parts and tooling manufactured. Software for design and analysis will be provided (Solidworks, Excel, …).

Skills required: * Proficiency in 3d modeling software (SolidWorks) for 3D modeling and creation of detailed design drawings
* Basic understanding of **mechanical design principles**, including fits, tolerancing, and dimensional analysis
* Familiarity with **fluid mechanics or thermodynamics** concepts related to flow, pressure, and leakage
* Ability to perform **data collection and analysis**
* Interest in **experimental methods** and test design, including instrumentation, data logging, and measurement accuracy
* Strong **problem-solving and documentation skills** to iterate on test setups and summarize findings clearly
* Willingness to **learn new tools and engineering practices** in a collaborative R&D environment focused on clean energy technology

SimInsights

Agentic-AI App Development (Project 2)

Company: SimInsights

Project overview: LLM powered agents are delivering powerful functionalities, driving productivity in many fields, including learning and development, education and training where content generation is a critical need. This project will apply LLM and Langchain tools to develop functionalities for generating course content for a wide range of topics for diverse audiences. The content can be 2d web based or 3D VR/AR based, or a mix.

Modality: In-Person

Resources required: laptop

Skills required: React or similar Javascript frameworks, python, Java and related technologies.
Familiarity with LLM api’s and Langchain is highly desirable.
Fluency with python and data science libraries and techniques.

Data science for immersive, adaptive learning (Project 3)

Company: SimInsights

Project overview: VR/AR devices and Gen-AI offer the potential to transform learning and deliver unprecedented immersive adaptive experiences in both education and industry. Hyperskill is a leading platform for building immersive courses at speed and scale. This project will involve applying data science approaches to model learners and use the model to adapt the experiences to each learner to deliver a personalized learning experience. Studies have shown that personalization makes experiences more engaging and meaningful, enhancing learning outcomes.

Modality: In-Person