FAQs
What is the title of the internship position?
The title of the internship position is HPC Engineer Intern for Spring 2025 at the Information and Communications Laboratory (ICL).
What are the main responsibilities of this internship?
The main responsibilities include designing, maintaining, and evaluating high-performance computing systems, evaluating hardware and software alternatives, installing hardware and software on cluster computers, and engineering specialized software for these systems.
What are the required qualifications for applicants?
Applicants must have basic familiarity with a Linux-based operating system, common Linux tools like Bash, and exposure to basic networking tools and concepts, along with pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Are there any preferred qualifications for the internship?
Yes, preferred qualifications include 1+ years of Linux experience, experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, version control systems like Git, HPC-specific software like MPI, and Linux cluster management software like Slurm or PBS.
How many hours per week is the internship?
The internship requires a commitment of 10–20 hours per week.
Is in-person attendance required for this internship?
Yes, in-person attendance is mandatory as physical access to specific HPC systems is required.
What are the citizenship requirements for this position?
Candidates must be U.S. Citizens due to research contracts with the U.S. federal government.
Is housing and relocation assistance available for this internship?
No, housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position.
Will interns need to maintain a security clearance?
Yes, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.
What is the policy on equal employment opportunities?
The Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of various factors including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and veteran status.