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Sandia National Laboratories · 1 day ago

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

Albuquerque, NM

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. The Nonlinear Mechanics and Dynamics (NOMAD) Research Institute is seeking motivated undergraduate interns to contribute to diverse summer research projects in engineering sciences.

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 AnalysisStructural DynamicsNumerical MethodsExperimental MethodsSignal ProcessingCommunication SkillsTeamworkOrganization Skills

Required

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

Pursuing a science, engineering, or math major

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 Bachelor'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, 2026 to early August 7, 2026

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

Undergraduate 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 3.3/4.0 is desired