Undergrad Student ST 1

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking an undergraduate student for hands-on exposure to processing plutonium, uranium, and other actinide materials to support national program requirements. You will learn the group’s operations and contribute to the scientific and engineering foundations for future mission needs.

The position is onsite in Los Alamos, NM, with a focus on safety, quality, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited undergraduate STEM program with at least 12 credits and GPA 2.75.
• Must be an undergraduate student in good standing.
• Must be eligible for internships within LANL policies.

Responsibilities

• Learn processing of actinide materials (Pu, U) to meet program requirements.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Adhere to safety and security guidelines in a national security lab environment.

Skills

Programming in engineering design

CAD/FEA experience

Fabrication and testing techniques

Additive manufacturing

Lab/shop experience

Verbal and written communication

Safety mindset

Result-oriented

Education

Undergraduate STEM enrollment

12 semester credits (FT equivalent)

GPA 2.75/4.0

Job description

What You Will Do

Join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) directly contributes to national and global security.

PSD-4 is seeking a highly motivated undergraduate student to learn what the group does through processing plutonium, uranium, and other actinide materials to meet national program requirements while advancing the scientific and engineering foundation for future mission needs.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education/Experience

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in a STEM field.
• Must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent). Entering freshmen must provide documentation indicating matriculation into a suitable undergraduate degree program.
• Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Desired Qualifications

• Student selected for UGS internships in Engineering are most competitive when they possess the following knowledge and skills:
• Computer programming in support of engineering design, data acquisition, analysis or machine learning;
• Fabrication and testing techniques currently used within your selected specific engineering field(s);
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience;
• Experience in additive manufacturing;
• Laboratory or shop experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context; and
• Commitment to achieving results in a complex social and organizational setting.

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.

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.

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 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.