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Sandia National Laboratories · 1 day ago

Intern, R&D Graduate Summer - Nonlinear Mechanics and Dynamics (NOMAD), Onsite

Albuquerque, NM

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. The Component Science and Mechanics Department is seeking motivated and productive student interns to contribute to a number of summer research projects in nonlinear mechanics and dynamics.

GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Implementing Multi-Input-Multi-Output Shock Capabilities

Dynamically informed topology optimization of nonlinear bolted structures

Chaotic vibration response of nonlinear components under forced vibration

Microstructure-Property Relationships in Tantalum Alloys

Experimental characterization of gas transport in a vibrated multiphase system

Predicting Printability of Particle-Laden Inks

Qualification

Finite Element AnalysisMechanical VibrationsNumerical MethodsSignal ProcessingExperimental MethodsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Earned bachelor's degree

Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited science, engineering, or math graduate program

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer

U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S

Preferred

You must be working towards a Ph.D. or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, aerospace engineering, materials science, engineering mechanics, applied mathematics or other applicable branches of science or engineering

You are available to participate in the Institute for 8 weeks from June 15, 2025 to early August 7, 2025

Experience (or academic focus) in topics in structural dynamics, such as mechanical vibrations and modal analysis, and/or solid mechanics, such as failure analysis and contact mechanics

Experience with finite element analysis, experimental methods, signal processing, model validation and calibration, numerical methods, and measurement systems

Graduate research that aligns with state-of-the-art research in nonlinear mechanics or dynamics

You should be able to work independently, with the ability to integrate effectively into a dynamic multidisciplinary teaming environment

You should demonstrate strong interpersonal, organization, and communication skills (both oral and written)

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.7/4.0 is desired

Benefits

Career advancement and enrichment opportunities

Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)

Generous vacation

Strong medical and other benefits

Competitive 401k

Learning opportunities

Relocation assistance

Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance