Sandia National Laboratories · 6 hours ago
Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer - Semiconductor Material and Device Sciences Department (Experimental Ferroic Composites), Onsite
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. They are seeking a responsible and enthusiastic Summer Intern to support an experimental Materials Science project, assisting with the synthesis and processing of novel materials, testing properties, and data analysis in a research team environment.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
Responsibilities
Learn and assist with the synthesis and processing of novel materials for magnetic and ferroelectric composites via physical or chemical processes
Learn and assist with testing magnetic material properties
Learn and assist with data collection, data analysis, computer/electronic interfacing, or computer modeling
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and responsibly in a research team and contribute towards a safe and secure laboratory working environment
Qualification
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
The candidate must be pursuing a major in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical/Materials Engineering relevant for project needs
A background and/or references that demonstrate good oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Functional knowledge and understanding of a suite of standard computer software, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Have a GPA >3.5/4.0
Relevant science or engineering coursework, teaching, or lab experience relevant for project needs
Relevant experience working in a materials research laboratory demonstrating applicable materials synthesis or materials testing/characterization skills. Experience or knowledge of B-H analysis and magnetometry is highly desirable
Relevant experience with electron microscopy image collection and data analysis
Relevant experience in advanced computer interfacing, modeling, or electronics
Benefits
Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
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 and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
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