MSIPP Undergraduate Student

Los Alamos National Security LLC

Los Alamos (NM)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in New Mexico seeks undergraduate interns to support innovative research projects. Candidates will gain hands-on experience in engineering while contributing to significant national challenges. Applicants must be enrolled in a STEM program and possess solid communication and teamwork skills. Opportunities exist across various research divisions at the laboratory.

Qualifications

Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.
Teamwork and attention to detail.
Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and build tools for research.
Apply engineering principles to solve challenges.
Assist in R&D initiatives.
Assist in research, design, testing, validation of engineering solutions.
Learn advanced technologies used by LANL's engineering community.

Skills

Basic knowledge of engineering concepts

Basic knowledge in STEM areas

Communication skills

Education

Enrollment in an undergraduate STEM program

Tools

Laboratory experience

Computer programming

Job description

What You Will Do

This job posting will be used to identify undergraduate 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 Sciences
ISR-Division | Intelligence and Space Research
J-Division | Integrated Weapons Experiments
LOG-Division | Logistics
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 an undergraduate program in STEM from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

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.

Notes to applicant

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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 in strategic science on behalf of national security. Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at LANL matters to our country and world.

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 Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Incentive Compensation Program: For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page: https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/student-internships/index.php

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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.

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