MERL is seeking a motivated and qualified individual to conduct research in dynamic modeling of vapor compression systems. Knowledge of data-based modeling techniques such as neural network and support vector regression is required. Experience in working with thermo-fluid systems is preferred. The intern is expected to collaborate with MERL researchers to build models, develop algorithms, and prepare manuscripts for scientific publications. Senior Ph.D. students in applied mathematics, chemical/mechanical engineering and other related areas are encouraged to apply. The expected duration of the internship is 3 months and the start date is flexible. This internship is preferred to be onsite at MERL, but may be done remotely where you live if the COVID pandemic makes it necessary.

MERL seeks a highly motivated intern to develop an interface between real-time control systems that are implemented in the Modelica language, and laboratory HVAC equipment that is controlled by Labview. The control algorithms are developed using our Modelica library of HVAC components, and are realized natively in the Modelica language using the Synchronous Library. They are run in real-time on a PC using the Modelica Device Drivers library, and communicate with the Labview system via UDP. The intern would be responsible for developing professional-grade code to mature this interface, and then conduct experiments to test new control algorithms in our laboratory. Expertise using software development tools, such as Microsoft Visual Studio and network protocols such as UDP, is necessary. Experience with Modelica is strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience of vapor compression systems is also strongly preferred. Knowledge of control theory, including classical feedback and finite state machines, along with related laboratory experience is required. On-site employment is preferred, although it may be possible to conduct this work remotely. Students enrolled in a Masters or Ph.D. degree program of study are encouraged to apply. The internship is expected to be 3-6 months in duration, preferably in the fall or winter, 2020.

The Multiphysical Systems (MS) team at MERL is seeking a highly motivated intern to conduct research on data-driven modeling and control of HVAC systems, with special emphasis on transfer learning. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a PhD program and is pursuing research in learning and control. The ideal candidate will have experience in (one or more of) parameter estimation of dynamical systems, transfer learning or meta-learning, Bayesian optimization, and must be fluent in Python. The expected duration of the (virtual) internship is 3 months in Summer 2021; start-date is flexible (after April 2021). This internship is preferred to be onsite at MERL, but may be done remotely where you live if the COVID pandemic makes it necessary.