Physics Internship: Post Bachelors

What You Will Do

Do something that matters and make a real difference at one of the world's most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions. This position provides mentoring, hands-on technical experience, and professional development opportunities through a formalized work plan complementing the student's chosen area of study.

Examples of J-6 projects include, but are not limited to:

• DARHT accelerator operations training
• Performing laboratory experiments and analysis
• Electron beam transport code modeling
• Ultrafast optical experiments involving electron beams
• Modeling of electron and gamma interaction with matter

Minimum Job Requirements

• BA or BS in Physics
• Must have maintained a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
• US Citizenship
• Must have obtained the degree within three academic years of the date of hire
• Cannot be accepted into a graduate program

Desired Qualifications

Candidates selected for this position are most competitive when they possess the following knowledge and skills:

• Computer programming in support of scientific data acquisition or analysis
• Experimental techniques currently used within your selected scientific field(s)
• Laboratory experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context
• Commitment to achieving results in a collaboration with others group members

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Benefits

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• 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)