Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year Round - Ceramics and Materials Physics, Onsite

• Perform experimental laboratory research tasks following established safety and environmental protection practices
  • Perform daily experiments using chemicals and electrical test equipment
  • Perform materials preparation (sample substrates, buffers, reaction solutions, wet chemical synthesis, etc.)
  • Perform experiments to test and characterize various materials through electrochemical and spectroscopic methods
  • Transport chemicals and/or experimental samples between labs
  • Maintain lab cleanliness, clean and store glassware, and ensure proper disposal of chemical waste
• Perform research under the supervision of the principal investigator
  • Discuss and establish experimental tasks
  • Perform data analysis
  • Report and discuss results

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

At Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. Because of this, our interns earn competitive pay rates. Our pay structure is based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level. Your pay rate will be determined during the hire process and included in your offer package. You can view the Intern Pay Rate chart here.

You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:

• Currently attending and enrolled full time in an accredited undergraduate program
• Pursuing a science, engineering, or math major
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Ability to work up to 25 hours per week during the academic year, and up to 40 hours per week during the summer
• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Note: If you have not earned a HS diploma or equivalent, please apply to a high school intern position.

• Pursuing a degree in one of the following areas: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Physics
• Experience and working knowledge of basic laboratory skills and practices
• Ability to follow processes and directions accurately
• Ability to work successfully on a team
• Demonstrated self-motivation and independence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

The Ceramics & Materials Physics Department provides innovation in the design, synthesis and development of advanced, multifunctional materials to satisfy unique needs in electronic, electrochemical, thermochemical, optical, catalytic, and structural applications. We control chemical and structural characteristics, from the nanoscale to the macroscale, in organic, inorganic and hybrid systems to explore new material constructs and strategies aimed at enhancing material performance. The multidisciplinary department conducts research and development for national security, energy & climate, and nuclear deterrence, partnering with government, industry, and academic institutions. We work closely with component design and production groups to ensure electronic materials and devices function as intended. Research thrusts include passive and active materials for electronic, electromechanical, and photonic systems; materials for extreme environments (thermal, radiation, electric field, shock); and materials for renewable energy processes.

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co-workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.