Intern, R&D Graduate Summer, North Carolina A&T Fall Career , Onsite

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We are looking for talented graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in Science, Engineering, and Mathematics fields to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to engage in impactful educational workforce development initiatives. As part of our team, you will have the chance to participate in advanced research projects, collaborate with and learn from leading experts, and contribute to groundbreaking solutions that have significant implications for national security and scientific progress.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Conduct independent research under the guidance of experienced mentors.

Design and implement experiments, simulations, or computational models.

Analyze complex data sets and interpret results to draw meaningful conclusions.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative approaches to research challenges.

Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publications to communicate research findings.

Students will also be expected to work full time onsite for the duration of their summer experience.

Salary Range:

At Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. 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).)

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Qualifications We Require:

You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:

Must Attend the North Carolina A&T Fall 2026 Career Week Events

Earned bachelor's degree

Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited science, engineering, or math graduate program

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer

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

Note:

If you have not yet started your graduate program, please apply to an undergraduate intern position.

Qualifications We Desire:

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Cybersecurity, Nuclear Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, technical approach

Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB)

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Passion for research and a strong desire to contribute to national security and scientific advancement

Posting Duration:

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

About Our Team:

Sandia National Laboratories is a premier research and development institution that delivers essential science and engineering solutions to the United States' most pressing national security challenges. Our mission is to ensure the security and reliability of the nation's nuclear deterrent, while also addressing a wide range of energy, environmental, and cybersecurity issues.

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