Student Intern - Primary Physical Standards Support Undergrad Summer

Job Title: Student Intern - Primary Physical Standards Support Undergrad Summer

Job ID: 643324

Organization: 02541

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 Primary Physical Standards Department, 2541, as part of the Measurement Standards Program for Sandia, is responsible for the development, calibration and certification of measurement standards for the NNSA.  The department certifies mass, length, temperature, humidity, force, pressure, leaks, vacuum, acceleration, flow, optical and radiation standards. The department closely collaborates with and supports Sandia's advanced manufacturing and production activities.
	How to Apply
		Click on the "Apply" button at the top or bottom of this screen, follow the instructions to upload a resume, and complete the submission process to indicate your interest in this position.
	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 description: A technical summer student is needed in the Sandia Primary Physical Standards to provide support in the Length/Mass/Force metrology project.  The student is expected to work with two technologists and one engineer.  The student will help with routine calibration work in length, mass, and force metrology, including learning to enter data in the Maximo Calibration Management Software System.  The student will also help with performing calibrations, and help improve calibration procedures, including analysis of measurement uncertainties.  Work will include office work and light laboratory work during core working hours.
	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.
	Security Clearance
		Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted L-level security clearance. Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and education verifications. Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. 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, rendering the inability to perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.
	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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