Computational Electromagnetic Intern

Riverside Research Institute; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Research Institute seeks a motivated summer intern to contribute to computational electromagnetics. You will work with our Applied Mathematics and Physics Solutions team on Maxwell's equations, tool development, data analysis, and visualization.

The role offers hands-on experience with simulation tools and collaboration with senior researchers. The position targets students entering junior year in Fall 2027, with 1–2 years of scripting and C/C++/Fortran experience, Linux CLI

Qualifications

• Students entering at least their junior year in Fall 2027 in an undergraduate program in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science,Applied Mathematics or related field
• 1-2 years of experience with scripting (python)
• 1-2 years of experience with C, C++ or Fortran
• 1-2 years of familiarity with using the Linux command line
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Must be a US citizen

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, testing, or optimizing tools that solve Maxwell's equations
• Contribute to code development, data analysis, and/or visualization
• Participate in group meetings and present findings or progres

Skills

Python scripting

C/C++/Fortran

Linux command line

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

US Citizenship

Education

Undergraduate program in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or related field

Tools

git

MPI

OpenMP

Job description

Riverside Overview

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems. All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Position Overview

Riverside Research's Applied Mathematics and Physics Solutions team is a research group focused on advancing the field of computational electromagnetics through innovative algorithms, high-performance computing, and real-world applications such as antenna design and radar cross section analysis. Our work spans theory, simulation, and experimentation, and we welcome curious minds eager to explore this dynamic domain. We're seeking a motivated intern to join our team and contribute to ongoing research in computational electromagnetics. While a specific project will be defined based on your interests and our current priorities, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced researchers, gain hands-on experience with simulation tools, and explore cutting-edge topics in electromagnetics. This internship position is for the summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, testing, or optimizing tools that solve Maxwell's equations
• Contribute to code development, data analysis, and/or visualization
• Participate in group meetings and present findings or progres

Qualifications

Required

• Students entering at least their junior year in Fall 2027 in an undergraduate program in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science,Applied Mathematics or related field
• 1-2 years of experience with scripting (python)
• 1-2 years of experience with C, C++ or Fortran
• 1-2 years of familiarity with using the Linux command line
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Must be a US citizen

Desired

• Familiarity with electromagnetics fundamentals (Maxwell's equations, boundary conditions, etc.)
• 1-2 years of experience with Windows code development
• Experience with version control (git)
• Experience with MPI and OpenMP

Global Comp

20.00 - 30.00 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

Closing Statement

Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees. Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.