Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer - Semiconductor Material and Device Sciences Department; Exper

What Your Job Will Be Like

We are seeking a responsible, enthusiastic, and conscientious Summer Intern to support an exciting experimental Materials Science project.

• Learn and assist with the synthesis and processing of novel materials for magnetic and ferroelectric composites via physical or chemical processes
• Learn and assist with testing magnetic material properties
• Learn and assist with data collection, data analysis, computer/electronic interfacing, or computer modeling
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and responsibly in a research team and contribute towards a safe and secure laboratory working environment

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. 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 (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

• Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) 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 40 hours per week during the summer
• U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S.

Note:

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

• The candidate must be pursuing a major in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical/Materials Engineering relevant for project needs
• A background and/or references that demonstrate good oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Functional knowledge and understanding of a suite of standard computer software, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Have a GPA >3.5/4.0
• Relevant science or engineering coursework, teaching, or lab experience relevant for project needs
• Relevant experience working in a materials research laboratory demonstrating applicable materials synthesis or materials testing/characterization skills. Experience or knowledge of B-H analysis and magnetometry is highly desirable
• Relevant experience with electron microscopy image collection and data analysis
• Relevant experience in advanced computer interfacing, modeling, or electronics

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.

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world‑class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post‑docs, and visiting researchers all focused on cutting‑edge technology, ranging from homeland defense, global security, biotechnology, and environmental preservation to energy and combustion research, computer security, and nuclear defense.

The Semiconductor Material and Device Sciences Department (1873) is engaged in compound semiconductor physics and device research within 1800, the Center for Material, Physical, and Chemical sciences. One of several current focus areas is wide‑bandgap materials and devices for power electronics and other applications, which have enormous potential for Sandia’s missions. Other ongoing efforts include radiation effects, defect spectroscopy, reliability physics, and magnetic materials research.

The Department’s research uses staff expertise in experimental and theoretical semiconductor physics, innovative micro‑ and nano‑fabrication, and advanced material and device characterization and modeling. It partners closely with other organizations, including the Advanced Electronic and Optoelectronic Materials Department 1876, other…