Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year-Round - Microsystems Assembly & Brazing, Onsite

What Your Job Will Be Like

The Microsystems Assembly, Soldering, and Brazing team is seeking support from an R&D Undergraduate Year‑Round Intern! The intern should be majoring in mechanical, materials, electrical, or a related engineering discipline. The individual should be able to work on‑site in Albuquerque, NM, as their school schedule allows. They should have laboratory experience, be able to use word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software, and be capable of using and/or learning design and scientific software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD, etc.).

Knowledge of microsystems and electrical circuits is a plus.

• Image components with various microscopes.
• Assist in preparing various documentation (Operating Procedures, Safety documentation, etc.).
• Interact with members of the team to develop process parameters and conduct experiments.
• Evaluate, assess, and handle data, and create and modify graphic representations of data.
• Participate in team meetings and projects.
• Lab organization and cleaning.

At Sandia, interns earn competitive pay rates based on 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 (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

• 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.
• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

• Enrolled in a Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering degree program.
• Completion of Basic Mathematics & Science courses, Engineering Undergraduate Laboratories, Basic Physics, Basic Chemistry, and Introduction to Engineering courses.
• Familiarity with microscopy techniques and imaging.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.

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.

The Microsystems Assembly & Brazing Department specializes in advanced packaging of electrical, MEMS‑based, and optical components, addressing near‑term and long‑term soldering R&D needs, and developing brazing methodologies for mission applications.

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting‑edge work in a broad array of areas.

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide.
• Extraordinary co‑workers.
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world.
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements; many positions include 9/80 and 4/10 compressed workweeks, part‑time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home).
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401(k), learning opportunities, relocation assistance, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre‑employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q‑level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship, your ability to obtain a clearance may be impacted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected class under state or federal law.

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED) (e.g., pacemaker, defibrillator, drug‑releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment) and are employed by Sandia National Laboratories, you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. If you are selected for an on‑site interview, additional steps may be necessary to ensure compliance prior to the interview date.