Student Intern - Geothermal Energy Support Undergrad Summer

Job Title: Student Intern - Geothermal Energy Support Undergrad Summer

Job ID: 643590

Organization: 06916

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

About Sandia

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post docs, and visiting researchers all focused on cutting-edge technology, ranging from homeland defense, global security, biotechnology, and environmental preservation to energy and combustion research, computer security, and nuclear defense.

To learn more, visit http://www.sandia.gov.

Department Description

The Geothermal Research Department develops technology aimed at reducing the cost of geothermal energy.  The majority of our work is focused on improving the following key elements of drilling technology: (1) hard rock drill bits, (2) high-temperature electronics, (3) real-time drilling diagnostics, (4) state-of-the-art downhole telemetry systems, and (5) methods for detecting and controlling lost circulation.  We work closely with both the geothermal and oil and gas industries and participate in a wide variety of other drilling-related projects.

Job Summary

Performs entry-level work within a science and engineering environment involving assignments that may include assisting with research, application of project design and diagnostics, testing and documentation, development and analysis of technology options, and assembly and troubleshooting.

Primary Job Duties

Job assignments vary upon organization, discipline preference, and specific job requirements as defined in the job specification.

Duties may include assisting technical staff with developmental research, analysis of technology and engineering options, project design, testing, formulating conclusions, data collection, and analyzing experimental data.

Job specifications:

The candidate will use engineering principles to assist in research related to the development of technologies and processes to lower the cost of wells for resource extraction, specifically wells constructed for geothermal energy production.  Current major research areas are: advanced rotary and percussive drilling technologies, drilling motors, intelligent dampers, downhole chemical sensing tools, high-temperature electronics, and drilling process monitoring.   Students with academic pursuits in line with these areas will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

General knowledge of technical principles and processes.

Understanding of the use a variety of research tools.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Ability to contribute in a team environment.

General knowledge of project management.

General knowledge and good understanding of a suite of software, including Microsoft Office.

Required

The successful candidate must meet the following Sandia Student Intern Requirements: Official acceptance into an accredited university's undergraduate program, full-time enrollment during the spring term immediately preceding the internship period (12 credit hours), a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2/4.0, and the ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the internship duration. U.S. citizenship.

Desired

1.  Working knowledge of SolidWorks and Microsoft Office suite

3.  General knowledge of heat transfer analyses

4.  Strong mechanical acumen

5.  Flexibility in accepting varied work assignments

6.  Ability to work in a team environment

7.  Good oral and written communication skills

8.  Pursuing a degree in Geotechnical / Petroleum / Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline relevant to the Job description and requirements

Security Clearance

No clearance required.

This position does not currently require a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted security clearance.

Sandia will conduct a pre-employment background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record checks, and employment and education verifications. Further, employees in New Mexico must pass a U.S. Air Force background screen for access to the work site. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause access to be denied or terminated, rendering the inability to perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.

If hired without a clearance, and one subsequently becomes required or you bid on positions that require a DOE-granted security clearance, a pre-processing background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and education verifications may be conducted prior to a required federal background investigation. Applicants for DOE-granted security clearances must be U.S. citizens and be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate DOE security clearance as required for the position.

Benefits

At Sandia you will receive many benefits as a valued employee of a premier national multi-program engineering and science research laboratory. In our Total Rewards package you will enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, a stimulating, positive environment and learning opportunities that will help build your career. More information may be found on our Careers website.

EEO

Sandia National Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

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