Los Alamos National Laboratory · 10 hours ago
Post-Baccalaureate (Postbac) Internship for High Energy Density Plasmas
Los Alamos, NM
Internship
Onsite
InternLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking motivated candidates for a Post-Baccalaureate internship to gain research experience and explore topics before grad school applications.
Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Run 2D and 3D design simulations of high energy density (HED) plasmas for fundamental physics problems using the actively-in-development RIOT code
Develop python code for execution and analysis of simulations
Analyze simulation results and compare with data
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context; and Commitment to achieving results in a complex social and organizational setting
Experience working effectively as part of a team with a willingness to assist and support other team members as needed; and also have the ability to work independently
Basic understanding of use of personal computer for scientific work
Familiarity with a programming language like python in support of scientific analysis
Awarded a bachelor's degree in a STEM related field from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 within the last three years and have not yet been accepted and enrolled in a graduate program
Preferred
Exposure to and interest in plasma physics
Undergraduate degree in a physical science is preferred
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
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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