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Miami University

Miami University

Entrepreneurship education and hands-on startup learning

Undergraduate Research Assistant Engineering Tech

InternshipUpdated on 9/12/2026
No salary listed
Hamilton, OH, USA+1 more

More locations: Oxford, OH, USA

In Person

Fully on-campus.

About the job

Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related undergraduate program.
  • Completed introductory coursework in computer-aided design and 3D modeling.
  • Coursework or project experience in 3D modeling, computer graphics, or virtual reality/augmented reality development.
  • Basic programming experience in Python, C++, or C#.
  • Familiarity with electronics, sensors, or microcontrollers such as Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
Responsibilities
  • Operate 3D scanning technologies to capture detailed point cloud data of physical assets and lab facilities, then process the data for use in computer-aided design and digital twin platforms.
  • Create and refine accurate 3D computer-aided design models from scanned data and existing engineering drawings.
  • Develop and maintain the foundational computer-aided design backbone of the digital twin, ensuring model accuracy and integrity.
  • Develop immersive 3D renderings and interactive visualizations for virtual reality and augmented reality applications.
  • Integrate digital twin models with real-time data streams from Internet of Things sensors.
  • Implement and execute virtual commissioning simulations to test and validate control software and automation processes before physical deployment.
  • Work directly with faculty mentors and graduate students on active research projects.
  • Contribute to the full digital twin workflow, from scanning real-world environments and equipment through creating computer-aided design models and implementing real-time data connectivity.
Desired Qualifications
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach to learning.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

About the company

Miami University offers the John W. Altman Institute for Entrepreneurship and the Department of Entrepreneurship within the Farmer School of Business, delivering undergraduate and graduate programs that blend coursework with hands-on, real-world learning in startup work, social entrepreneurship, and corporate innovation. Its programs connect thousands of students from every major to an entrepreneurial ecosystem on campus, using experiential projects, centers like the Center for Social Entrepreneurship, and partnership with venture-related activities to build practical skills. The school differentiates itself through award-winning programs, national rankings for entrepreneurship, and recognition as an Ohio Center of Excellence, focusing on applied research and immersive learning rather than theory alone. Its goal is to prepare students to be job-ready on day one and to equip them with the experience and connections needed to launch and manage ventures after graduation.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oxford, Ohio

Founded

1992

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What believers are saying

  • The FY2027 budget hit $913 million, with 3% salary pool support.
  • Cleveland Clinic funding backs a joint quantum computing initiative announced June 2026.
  • New $2,500 accelerator capital, Demo Day, and startup-cincinnati ties strengthen founder recruitment.

What critics are saying

  • Miami University removed over 80 majors since 2019, including composition in 2026.
  • Regional campus applications fell from 1,377 to 1,224, pressuring Hamilton and other campuses.
  • Ohio S.B. 1 forces low-enrollment programs below five graduates, accelerating future cuts.

What makes Miami University unique

  • Miami University’s RedHawk Launch Accelerator has produced startups raising over $30 million.
  • Miami THRIVE and AI in the Majors embed workforce skills across 13 departments in 2026.
  • Miami University Polytechnic launches in Hamilton for engineering, IT, and applied biology in fall 2027.

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Jan 26th, 2023
Miami University's Redhawk Launch Accelerator selects 6 student-led companies for latest cohort

'These are revenue-generating ventures that are already making an impact on the real world, not just in Oxford but across the country.'