Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago
Intelligence and Space Research Postbaccalaureate
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New GradLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking highly motivated recent graduates for a challenging postgraduate internship in the Intelligence and Space Research Division, providing mentoring, hands-on technical experience, and professional development opportunities.
Security
Responsibilities
Come join the brightest minds in cutting edge space technology!
As an ISR Postbac student, we will provide you with a mentor, a challenging project, and an opportunity to present your work and progress to colleagues
Projects will vary depending on your skills and interests and the Laboratory's current needs
The ISR Postbac program offers paid summer and year-round internships for undergraduate students in a variety of Intelligence and Space Research projects
The Postbac program provides mentoring, hands-on technical experience, and professional development opportunities through a normalized work plan complementing the student's chosen area of study
You will work closely with one of eight groups within ISR Division:
ISR-1: Space Science and Applications
ISR-2: Electromagnetic Sciences & Cognitive Space Applications
ISR-3: Space Data Science and Systems
ISR-4: Space Electronics and Signal Processing
ISR-5: Space Instrument Realization
ISR-6: Space Remote Sensing and Data Science
ISR-7: Space Systems Assurance and Modernization
ISR-8: Space Nuclear Sensing
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Education or experience in one of the following areas relevant to ISR Division:
Space or data science
Numerical analysis
Astrophysics
Computational physics
Computational material science
Remote Sensing
Machine Learning
Statistics
Computer Science
Desired Qualifications: Strong leadership skills
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management
Note to Applicants: A resume and current transcript, showing the above requirements, are required
Applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter (2 pages or less) that addresses the job requirements of the position and, if applicable, the desired skills and education eligibility
Your letter and/or resume should provide contact information for 2-4 references who are familiar with your capabilities as related to this job
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory
Where You Will Work Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3
Qualification
Required
Education or experience in one of the following areas relevant to ISR Division: Space or data science, Numerical analysis, Astrophysics, Computational physics, Computational material science, Remote Sensing, Machine Learning, Statistics, Computer Science
BS/BA Degree from an accredited program in any STEM field completed within the past 2 years with a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.2 on a 4.0 scale
Preferred
Strong leadership skills
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
Founded in 1943
10001+ employees
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Leadership Team
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