Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer - Future Of Research for Climate, Earth and Energy (FORCEE) - Climate Science, Onsite

The Climate Science Intern position at Sandia Corporation offers undergraduate students hands-on research experience in climate science, focusing on Earth system interactions and their climate impacts. Responsibilities include modeling, data analysis, and collaboration with mentors. Interns will present findings at a symposium. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The role allows for flexible work arrangements and includes competitive pay and benefits.
About the position

The Climate Science Intern position at Sandia National Laboratories offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research alongside experts in climate science. Interns will tackle challenges related to the interactions between various Earth systems and their impacts on climate change. This role emphasizes hands-on experience in analytical climate science, including computer simulation and data analysis, while fostering skills in communication and teamwork through collaborative projects.

Responsibilities
• Engage in modeling and understanding interactions between Earth's systems.
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• Conduct analytical climate science activities including computer simulation and data inversion.
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• Collaborate with mentors and team members to deliver impactful research results.
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• Participate in technical seminars and facility tours to gain insights into various scientific disciplines.
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• Present research findings at the end-of-year FORCEE symposium.

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

Nice-to-haves
• Exceptional written, oral, and visual communication skills.
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• Proficiency with modern computer languages such as PYTHON, R, MATLAB, C/C++, FORTRAN-XX, MPI, Jupyter, Julia.
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• Experience with modular computer software development practices.
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• Experience with laboratory and/or field procedures and protocols.
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• Research documentation experience with laboratory notebooks.

Benefits
• Competitive pay rates based on earned credit hours and degree level.
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• Flexible work arrangements including 9/80 and 4/10 workweeks.
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• Generous vacation and strong medical benefits.
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• 401k and relocation assistance.
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• Learning opportunities and career advancement.