Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year Round - Explosive Materials Operations, Hybrid

What Your Job Will Be Like

We are a data driven explosive sciences group looking to optimize experimental design and data processing of large 2D and 3D data sets. As such we are looking for an undergraduate intern passionate for the fields of mathematics and statistical modeling to help us advance our capabilities. Research activities this position will support include: experimental design optimization using stochastic probabilistic modeling, processing computed tomography (CT) reconstructions consisting of large 3D and 4D matrix data sets, processing large 2D SEM image sets, and collation/processing of large 2D/3D data sets on vastly disparate time scales.

• Perform hands‑on laboratory activities and experiments
• Design and assembly mechanical and scientific apparatus
• Process large data sets
• Create custom data models

The selected applicant can work a combination of onsite and offsite work. The selected applicant must live within a reasonable distance for commuting to the assigned work location when necessary.

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).).

• 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

• Mathematics or statistical focused degree program
• Experienced with design, engineering, and assembly of mechanical systems
• Familiarity with stochastic probability modeling
• Familiarity with programming in python and/or MATLAB
• Familiarity and experience working in a laboratory environment
• Able to work onsite at SNL/NM at least 3 months out of the year

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.

The Explosive Materials Operations Department (7455-1) is responsible for laboratory operations in the areas of energetic material processing and formulation, environmental conditioning, non‑destructive component testing, component disassembly, and material characterization. We partner with stakeholders to understand their material or testing needs, provide technical recommendations, and deliver quality material, data, and interpretation of results, thus enabling data driven decision making.

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 for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L‑level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

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

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug‑releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on‑site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.