Graduate Student Intern

Responsibilities

The student will learn about and perform elastic moduli measurements at different temperatures in textured materials. The studies will focus on thermodynamical and dynamical properties and the changes with composition and thermomechanical history. Elastic measurements will be compared with mechanical response. By measuring materials with different melting points and textures the student will learn about different aspects related to metals and alloys properties. Expected duration 12 months.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, or a related field
• Currently enrolled in a PhD program
• Enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours (or full‑time equivalent) in an accredited graduate‑level program
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale

Qualifications

• Experience with elastic and/or mechanical measurements
• Familiarity with or experience performing high‑temperature experiments (T > 500 °C)

Skills

• Mechanical or elastic measurements
• Material characterization
• Experience with high‑temperature materials, especially refractory metals
• Ability to write

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius)

Schedule