Nondestructive Testing Post-Bachelor's Intern

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Los Alamos National Laboratory's V-6 Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation group seeks interns to contribute to state-of-the-art NDT research and applications at the Los Alamos, NM site. You will be introduced to imaging, ultrasonics, spectroscopy, radiography, and more, while selecting a project that matches your interests and advances the group's capabilities.

Post-bachelor's interns can expect a full-time 2-year employment term, with emphasis on safety, collaboration with customers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree earned within the last 3 years in a physical science or engineering field.
• GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• Degree areas include Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related fields.

Responsabilités

• Interns will select a project that fits their interests and advances the group's capabilities.
• Post-bachelor's interns should expect a full-time 2-year employment term.

Connaissances

Computer programming

CAD/FEA

Electrical design

Experimental techniques

Laboratory experience

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor's degree in physical science or engineering

Description du poste

What You Will Do

Do something that matters and make a real difference at one of the world's most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions. V-6, Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation, provides research, development, and application of state-of-the-art nondestructive inspections for diverse internal and external programmatic missions. Current group capabilities include x-ray and neutron radiography, computed tomography, ultrasonics, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, x-ray spectroscopy, eddy current, dye penetrant, magnetic particle and x-ray fluorescence, as well as x-ray, ultrasound and eddy current simulation. The staff is comprised of R&D engineers and scientists with backgrounds in physics, engineering, applied mathematics and computer science, as well as engineering technologists and process and sampling technicians.

Interns will be introduced to and taught a wide variety of nondestructive testing and evaluation techniques. Interns will select a project to pursue that best fits their interests and advances the group's capabilities. Potential project topics include, but are not limited to:

• Computed tomography automation
• Noncontact density evaluation
• Radiography acquisition and reconstruction code development
• Laser-based high energy radiography system development
• X-ray spectroscopy and detector performance
• Photoacoustic ultrasonic inspection
• Eddy current inspection
• Ultrasonic nondestructive testing
• Metrology and systems engineering

Post-bachelor's interns should expect a full-time 2-year employment term.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Must have earned a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) within the last 3 years.
• Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• This degree must be in a physical science or engineering field, such as but not limited to: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, and Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science and Computer Science.

Desired Qualifications

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

• Computer programming in support of scientific data acquisition or analysis.
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of complex systems;
• Electrical design for automation of motors and motion stages.
• Experimental techniques currently used within your selected scientific field(s).
• Laboratory experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well in a professional scientific context; and
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with customers and collaborators.

Required Application Materials

Current resume.

• 1 page.
• Should focus on activities during university after high school.

Personal Essay

• Less than 2 pages.
• Please describe a personally significant technical experience or experiment that greatly affected your perception or understanding of your chosen field. Discuss how the experience has influenced your choice of field, and how you approach scientific study and engineering. Focus on why this experience mattered to you as a person and an engineer or scientist. Include technical details that would enable a well-educated reader to understand the experience.
• Your essay should be written independent of AI.

Current transcript

• Unofficial versions are acceptable for the application process.
• Official versions sent directly from the university will be required if selected for interviews.

Anticipated travel requirements: May require some travel for training and offsite X-ray beam time.

Contact

Tyler Mix, [e-mail], 505-665-1265

Work Environment

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.

Interns in this position will work a 9/80 schedule to match their mentor in accordance with the Student Programs Office guidebook.

Note to Applicants

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.

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.

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.