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Savannah River National Laboratory · 4 hours ago

Technical Undergraduate Intern - Synthesis & Characterization (Metals)

Aiken, SC, United States

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical solutions to complex technical problems. They are seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate intern to contribute to a project involving the synthesis and characterization of metal oxide particles derived from feedstock solutions.

BiotechnologyGovernmentTest and Measurement

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Material Development: Create and refine feedstock materials using diverse elements and compounds

Particle Synthesis: Assist in the production and synthesis of actinide metal oxide particles

Data-Driven Analysis: Collect, interpret, and analyze critical data to support particle characterization research

Collaborative Research: Work alongside experienced researchers to gain hands-on expertise in experimental chemistry, particle analysis, and laboratory techniques

Commitment to Safety: Adhere to SRNL’s "Safe Conduct of Research Principles," which will ensure a high standard of safety in all laboratory work

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringNuclear EngineeringMaterials ScienceChemistryWet Chemistry TechniquesData AnalysisPythonRActinide Oxides FamiliaritySafety Commitment

Required

U.S. citizenship is required to work at SRNL

Enrollment in an undergraduate program in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a related field

A minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher as a rising junior or junior in college

Preferred

Prior experience with wet chemistry techniques, such as solution preparation

Familiarity with actinide oxides or similar oxides

Proficiency in software tools like Python or R for conducting data analysis and visualization

Benefits

Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed

Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)

Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)

AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)

Savings & Investment plan: Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting

Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yrs. vesting in company match)

Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap

Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Plan

SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.