Sandia National Laboratories · 6 hours ago
Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer - Molecular and Microbiology, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Internship
Onsite
InternSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, and they are seeking an outstanding undergraduate student to work with a multidisciplinary research team in quantum biological imaging. As an intern, you will be mentored and have the potential to participate in research projects while gaining hands-on lab experience with cutting-edge instrumentation.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Learn experimental protocols in order to carry out laboratory work safely
Maintain a laboratory notebook and present your work in lab meetings and possibly conferences
Aid in the maintenance of the laboratory and daily lab operations
Maintain and align custom designed and commercial microscopes for biological imaging these could include confocal fluorescence, optical super resolution, and other modalities
Perform sample preparation for microscopy
Perform microscopy
Learn procedures for making nanoparticles for imaging standards
Assist in experiment execution to meet project milestones
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
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
Preferred
Previous laboratory experience in an optical sciences laboratory
Pursuing a major in Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Physics, Optical Sciences, or a related field
Experience with design and alignment of laser-based optical microscopes (e.g. confocal fluorescence, optical super resolution, phase-contrast imaging, etc.)
Understanding of quantum science and quantum imaging for biological samples
Eagerness to learn new skills
Strong written and communication skills
Demonstrated experience working in a team-based environment
Benefits
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
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
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
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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