High Performance Computing Graduate Student

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory offers a paid post-graduate internship in the High Performance Computing Division. Interns join world-class centers and work on research, development, and software engineering for large-scale data and computational environments.

Selected candidates receive mentorship and a project to present progress to colleagues. The internship is hybrid, with work location within 2 hours of LANL in northern New Mexico, and requires Q clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical field with strong computing background.
• Introductory experience in HPC or large-scale data environments.
• Interest in research, development, and software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research, development, and software engineering projects under mentorship.
• Contribute to design and implementation of petascale computing solutions.
• Present project work and progress to colleagues.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Parallel Programming

HPC Systems

Data Storage

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Math/Physics

Tools

SLURM

Cluster Management

Job description

What You Will Do

The High Performance Computing Division (HPC) managers world-class Supercomputing Centers. Our employees engage in research, development, and state-of-the-art software engineering, supporting development, design and effective use of large scale data and computational environments. Delivering computational capability and data management at petascale (i.e., across tens of thousands of processors and some of the largest, fastest, and most complex data movement and storage systems in the world) gives rise to cutting edge technical challenges. HPC Division innovates to meet those challenges.

What You Will Do

The High Performance Computing Division (HPC) managers world-class Supercomputing Centers. Our employees engage in research, development, and state-of-the-art software engineering, supporting development, design and effective use of large scale data and computational environments. Delivering computational capability and data management at petascale (i.e., across tens of thousands of processors and some of the largest, fastest, and most complex data movement and storage systems in the world) gives rise to cutting edge technical challenges. HPC is seeking recent graduates looking for a challenging paid post graduate internships at the post-baccalaureate level. All selected candidates will be provided with a mentor, a challenging project for their appointment, and an opportunity to present their project work and progress to colleagues. The projects we have to offer will vary depending on the skills and interests of the candidate and our current needs. https:// www.lanl.gov/engage/organizations/aldsct/hpc

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

We are seeking a wide variety of computational skills employed in an HPC environment. To receive full consideration, candidates must have received a degree in one of the following

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Systems Administration
• Computer Networking
• Computer Systems Analysis
• Software Engineer
• Electrical Engineering
• Information Systems Security Management
• Mathematics or Physics

AND, knowledge and introductory experience in one or more of the following

• Cluster Computing and System Administration
• Programming skills (C++, Python, SQL, Perl, etc.)
• Linux system management
• Linux-based computer security
• Parallel Programming
• FPGA Programming
• FPGA Programming
• HPC System Software
• Data Storage
• Computer Networking

Q Clearance Eligibility Required

Work Environment

Work Location

The work location for this position is hybrid. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Note to Applicants

A cover letter expressing the candidate's strengths and interests will help create the best match between applicant and internship. It is highly recommended to submit a cover letter if you are interested in the Supercomputing Institute.

All applications received prior to the first Tuesday in January will be considered for our Supercomputer Institute. You can find information on that program here: https:// www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/internships/summer-schools/supercomputer

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 Peoples 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.

Where You Will Work

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

• 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.

Clearance: Q

(Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• 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.

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.