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MSIPP High School Student

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Los Alamos National Laboratory

3mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Insight Week
  • Science
    Engineering
  • Los Alamos

AI generated summary

  • You must be a high school senior from NM, 16+, with a GPA of 2.75+, pass a drug test, and have lab or programming experience, attention to detail, and teamwork commitment.
  • You will design, analyze, and build tools for research, collaborate on R&D teams, assist in engineering solutions, and learn advanced technologies while ensuring safety and compliance.

Requirements

  • Students who wish to participate in the High School Internship Program must meet all the following requirements:
  • Be a senior in high school at the time of internship.
  • Be at least 16 years of age at the time of internship.
  • Have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Attend a high school located in New Mexico.
  • Pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Be a JUNIOR in high school at the time you are completing this application.
  • Education/Experience: Position requires to be enrolled in an accredited institution.
  • Candidates selected for this position are most competitive when they also possess the following interests and skills:
  • Hands on laboratory experience
  • Computer programming
  • Work experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety;
  • Commitment to achieving results in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Create, design, analyze, and build the tools, instruments, and systems that researchers need to explore, monitor, test, and discover natural and man-made phenomena.
  • Apply engineering principles, theories, concepts, and practices to contribute to solutions for a broad range of technical challenges of national importance.
  • Serve as a member of integrated research and development (R&D) teams to answer science and engineering challenges.
  • Assist in the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives.
  • Learn advanced technologies and analysis techniques employed by the Los Alamos National Laboratory engineering community.
  • Adapt to evolving R&D requirements while meeting safety, security, compliance, and schedule imperatives.

FAQs

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for the MSIPP High School Student internship?

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of the internship.

What is the minimum GPA required to qualify for this position?

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale is required to qualify for the internship.

Can students from outside New Mexico apply for the internship?

No, applicants must attend a high school located in New Mexico to be eligible for the internship.

Are there any drug testing requirements for this position?

Yes, selected candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

What kind of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this internship?

Candidates with hands-on laboratory experience, computer programming skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork will be most competitive.

What division placements are available for selected interns?

Interns may be placed in various divisions such as Analytics, Bioscience, Chemistry, Engineering Technology & Design, Earth & Environmental Sciences, and more.

What are the primary responsibilities of an intern in this program?

Interns will create, design, analyze, and build tools and systems, assist in research and development, and learn advanced technologies employed by the LANL engineering community.

Is security clearance required for this internship position?

No, this position does not require a security clearance, but selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

What should I do if I have disabilities and require accommodations in the application process?

You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing applyhelp@lanl.gov or calling (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.

Where is the MSIPP High School Student position located?

This position is physically located in Los Alamos, NM.

What benefits does LANL offer to its student interns?

Interns have access to a generous benefits package, including flexible schedules, learning opportunities, and wellness programs.

Are international students eligible to apply for this internship?

No, due to federal restrictions, only U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents are eligible for this internship.

Is there an application deadline for this internship?

The job posting does not specify a deadline, so it's advisable to apply as early as possible for consideration.

How can I create an account to apply for the internship?

If you have never been employed with LANL, you can create an account by selecting the Register button and establishing a username and password.

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Los Alamos National Laboratory is one of the world’s most innovative multidisciplinary research institutions. We're engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security to ensure the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile. Our workforce specializes in a wide range of progressive science, technology and engineering across many exciting fields, including space exploration, geophysics, renewable energy, supercomputing, medicine and nanotechnology.