Neutron Fluence Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 57.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) in Idaho Falls invites qualified students to join our internship program on the Advanced Test Reactor campus. You will work on stochastic neutronics modeling to link neutron fluence with aging effects in reflector regions, using past inspection data as benchmarks.

The team operates a 4x10 onsite schedule and may offer course credit for the internship. Eligible candidates are enrolled full-time in ABET-accredited STEM programs with a 3.0 GPA, and must have CPT/OPT

Formación

• Enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate STEM program at an ABET-accredited college/university.
• Minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
• Current resume or CV.
• Unofficial transcripts (include current and completed degree programs).
• Current class schedule and number of credits.

Responsabilidades

• Leverage results of stochastic neutronics modeling at the Advanced Test Reactor to correlate tallied neutron fluence in the beryllium reflector with age-related effects such as cracking.
• Characterize aging in reflector regions and benchmark against past inspections.

Conocimientos

Python

Bash

Java

Educación

ABET accredited program

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The intern will leverage results of stochastic neutronics modeling at the Advanced Test Reactor to correlate tallied neutron fluence in the beryllium neutron reflector with observed age-related effects such as cracking. The result will be to better characterize aging in reflector regions, especially in locations not possible to inspect. Observed aging effects from past inspections will be available as benchmarks.

Job Description

The intern will leverage results of stochastic neutronics modeling at the Advanced Test Reactor to correlate tallied neutron fluence in the beryllium neutron reflector with observed age-related effects such as cracking. The result will be to better characterize aging in reflector regions, especially in locations not possible to inspect. Observed aging effects from past inspections will be available as benchmarks.

This team works a 4x10 schedule onsite at our Advance Test Reactor campus. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability. You may be eligible for course credit for this internship.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time in an Undergraduate or Graduate Degree Program at an ABET accredited college/university studying Computer Science, Nuclear Engineering or closely related STEM degree
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT)
• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, Java).
• Foundational understanding of nuclear science concepts, including neutron flux, fluence, and scattering.
• Familiarity with materials science principles, including radiation‑induced embrittlement.

Compensation

• Undergraduate Internships ($26.94/hour - $32.41/hour)
• Masters Internships ($35.34/hour - $37.73/hour)
• PhD Internships Pre‑Candidacy ($36.83/hour - $39.33/hour)
• PhD Internships Post‑Candidacy ($38.65/hour - $41.29/hour)
• Multi‑Level: Internships are typically multi‑level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job‑related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Paid holiday time off
• Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1‑B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science‑based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

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