MSIPP Graduate Student

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A premier research institution in Los Alamos, NM is seeking graduate interns to engage in impactful projects across various scientific divisions. Candidates should be enrolled in a graduate STEM program with a minimum GPA of 3.2. This position offers valuable experience in the fields of engineering and science, with opportunities to work on vital national security challenges and contribute to significant research and development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates basic engineering knowledge through experiences.
• Experience with analysis or testing in relevant STEM fields.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Create and analyze tools for researchers.
• Apply engineering principles to national challenges.
• Assist in research and development efforts.
• Assist in research, design, testing, analysis, validation of engineering and technology solutions.
• Learn advanced technologies used by LANL's engineering community.
• Adapt to evolving R&D requirements while ensuring safety and schedule adherence.

Skills

Basic knowledge of engineering concepts

Analysis or testing in STEM areas

Oral and written communication

Education

Enrolled in graduate STEM program

Tools

Laboratory experience

Computer programming

Job description

What You Will Do

This job posting will be used to identify graduate Internship candidates and match them to open internship positions across Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). Selected candidates may be placed into the following Divisions:

• A-Division | Analytics, Intelligence and Technology
• B-Division | Bioscience
• C-Division | Chemistry
• E-Division | Engineering Technology & Design
• EES-Division | Earth & Environmental Science
• ISR-Division | Intelligence and Space Research
• J-Division | Integrated Weapons Experiments
• M-Division | Dynamic Experiments
• MST-Division | Materials Science & Technology
• MPA-Division | Materials Physics and Applications
• NEN-Division | Nuclear Engineering and Nonproliferation
• P-Division | Physics
• Sigma-Division
• Q-Division | Weapon Stockpile Modernization
• W-Division | Weapon Systems Engineering

As a student Intern, selected applicants will have the opportunity to do something meaningful and make an impact at one of the most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions in the world.

Selected candidates will:

• Create, design, analyze, and build the tools, instruments, and systems that researchers need to explore, monitor, test, and discover natural and man-made phenomena.
• Apply engineering principles, theories, concepts, and practices to contribute to solutions for a broad range of technical challenges of national importance.
• Serve as a member of integrated research and development (R&D) teams to answer science and engineering challenges.
• Assist in the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives.
• Learn advanced technologies and analysis techniques employed by the Los Alamos National Laboratory engineering community.
• Adapt to evolving R&D requirements while meeting safety, security, compliance, and schedule imperatives.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures, as demonstrated by experience researching, designing, testing, analyzing, verifying, and validating engineering solutions.
• Basic knowledge along with any class project experience with analysis or testing in one or more of the following STEM areas: Biology, Chemistry, Coding, Manufacturing, Physics, Nuclear, Materials, Math, Data acquisition and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written communications.

Education/Experience:

Position requires a to be enrolled in a graduate program in STEM from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2.

Desired Qualifications:

Candidates selected for this position are most competitive when they also possess the following knowledge and skills:

• Hands on laboratory experience
• Computer programming
• Work experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety;
• Commitment to achieving results in a team environment.
• Leadership experience.

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.

Where You Will Work

Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.

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.

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

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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Incentive Compensation Program: For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page: see LANL careers page for Student Internships information.

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 applicable 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 a disability accommodation, email [e-mail] or call [phone], opt. 3.

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