Intern - Electronic, Optical and Nanomaterials - R&D Undergraduate Year-Round

Sandia National Laboratories

Apr 24

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Research & Development
Science
Albuquerque

Requirements

Qualifications We Require:
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
U.S. citizenship
Qualifications We Desire:
We seek candidates who:
are self-motivated, independent workers
have excellent oral and written communication skills
are able to follow directions and to work well with others, often as a part of a team
Although previous laboratory experience is not a requirement, familiarity with basic laboratory practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare materials (sample substrates, buffers, reaction solutions, ceramic powders, epoxy mixtures etc.) and perform chemical and material synthesis for experimental study,
Perform experiments to test and characterize various materials using a range of techniques including FTIR, impedance measurements, UV-vis.
Assist in general laboratory upkeep and maintenance
The Electronic, Optical, and Nano Materials Department is seeking a summer undergraduate research intern to work in a multidisciplinary materials research laboratory. This opportunity will involve hands-on training in a materials chemistry laboratory that explores the interfaces between chemistry, biochemistry, and materials science. Successful candidates will have a strong academic background with a major in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field. In addition, candidates should be self-motivated, independent workers with excellent oral and written communication skills. The abilities to follow directions and to work well with others, often as a part of a team, are important qualities. Although previous laboratory experience is not a requirement, familiarity with basic laboratory practices is desirable. Specific research-related activities will include general laboratory maintenance, materials preparation (sample substrates, buffers, reaction solutions, wet chemical synthesis, ceramic powders, filled epoxy substrates etc.), and performance of experiments to test and characterize various materials.
Due to the hands-on nature of the work, applicants must live within commuting distance of Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque

Sandia National Laboratories

DOE labs securing a peaceful and free world through science and technology.

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Mission & Purpose

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier DOE science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. Our team of scientists, engineers, researchers, and business specialists apply their knowledge and skill toward delivering cutting-edge technology in an array of areas. Across our main sites in Albuquerque, NM, and Livermore, CA, our research ranges from nuclear defense and homeland and global security to innovative work in biotechnology, environmental preservation, energy, and cyber security. Our teams have shared some of the reasons they enjoy working at Sandia: • Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide • Extraordinary co-workers • Access to some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world (tours.sandia.gov) • Career advancement and enrichment opportunities • Work-life balance with flexible work schedules, competitive benefits, and convenient on-site amenities