Field Instrument Deployments and Operations Post-Bachelors Intern

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Onsite gyms

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) invites applications for a post-bachelor's intern to learn hands-on installation, operation, and maintenance of atmospheric instrumentation and infrastructure for the ARM User Facility. You will work with experienced staff to build field skills and advance DOE science and national security goals in a one-year, full-time internship.

Responsibilities include installing and troubleshooting meteorological instrumentation, GIS mapping, and planning with

Qualifications

• Must have earned a bachelor's degree within the last 3 years in engineering, technology, or a related field
• Must have graduated with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale

Responsibilities

• Learn to install, operate, and troubleshoot atmospheric instrumentation and supporting infrastructure.
• Support ARM observatories deployment worldwide.
• Travel for field work to support equipment installation and operations.
• Work with mentors, attend team meetings, and pursue professional development goals.

Skills

Atmospheric research interest

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Adaptability

Time management

Low-voltage diagnostics

GIS experience

CAD experience

Programming familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

GPA 2.75+ (4.0 scale)

Tools

GIS software

CAD software

Programming basics

Electronic test equipment

Sensors

Computer networking basics

Job description

What You Will Do

The Field Instrument Deployments and Operations (FIDO) Team in the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an immediate opening for a post-bachelor's intern to learn hands-on installation, operation, and maintenance of atmospheric instrumentation and infrastructure for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) User Facility. Working alongside experienced technical staff and a dedicated mentor, you’ll build field skills while supporting ARM's deployment of observatories worldwide, directly advancing DOE’s science, energy, and national security goals. Learn more about ARM’s mission here: https://arm.gov/.

All post-bachelor's internships are one year, full-time appointments, with the option to extend up to two years by formal request and approval.

• 60% - Core responsibilities: Learning to install, operate, and troubleshoot atmospheric instrumentation (meteorological instrumentation, radiometers, radars, lidars, aerosol sampling systems) as well as supporting infrastructure (power, network, and data collection systems).
• 25% - Strategy & planning: GIS mapping, infrastructure design and testing, drafting safety and installation plans, and collaboration with stakeholders.
• 10% - Professional development & admin: Working with mentors to set and work towards professional development and technical skill goals, attending weekly team meetings, and participating in training.
• 5% - Travel: Performing hands-on work in the field to support equipment installation, technical operations, and pack-up.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Engagement: Shares interest in atmospheric research, scientific instrumentation, and hands-on field work
• Communication: Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively within a team and seeks guidance when needed
• Autonomy: Able to work independently, handle responsibilities and make sound decisions within their level of experience with minimal supervision
• Adaptability: Open to continuous learning and process improvement
• Time management: Prioritizes tasks, meets deadlines, and stays organized
• Technical problem-solving: Foundational knowledge of diagnostic testing on low-voltage circuits, proficiency with hand tools
• Software: Basic experience using GIS or CAD software, and familiarity with programming languages

Education/Experience: Post-Bachelor's

• Must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) within the last 3 years in engineering, technology, or a related field
• Must have graduated with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience operating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining scientific instrumentation
• Experience supporting scientific research or working in a research environment
• Familiarity with data-acquisition systems, instrument communications and computer networking
• Experience working with electronic test equipment, sensors and basic electrical systems

Essential Job Functions

(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Sitting and standing; climbing stairs and ladders; lifting and carrying 10-20 pounds, and loading into or off of shipping containers; kneeling; squatting; and bending. Job functions will be performed both indoors and outdoors, in a variety of environmental conditions using provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Note to Applicants

Anticipated travel requirements: Must be able and willing to travel domestically for at least two weeks in a calendar year

Required Application Materials

• Current resume
• Current official transcripts
• Personal statement of interest (not to exceed one page)

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Contact: Jillian Sandoval, [e-mail]

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• 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)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.