Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer

About the Role

The Computer Science Research Institute (CSRI) at Sandia seeks undergraduate summer R&D interns to participate in collaborative research across a wide range of computer science and related fields. Research areas include quantum computing, advanced computer architectures, systems software, parallel algorithms, programming languages, machine learning, data sciences, mathematical modeling, and more. The internship offers project-based research experience working directly with Sandia staff scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with research and development activities (reviewing existing techniques, seeking new approaches, developing computing solutions).
• Helping to develop algorithms and software for the research area.
• Helping to run simulation codes.
• Collaboration with Sandia staff involved in the research area.
• Assisting with the publication of analysis.
• Presenting results to the research group.

Depending on intern interests, work may focus more on research or software development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

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 40 hours per week during the summer.

U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S.

Desired Qualifications

Majoring in artificial intelligence, chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, statistics, or a related field.

Communication skills appropriate for participating in multi-disciplinary research teams.

Software development and programming experience (C++, C, Fortran, Matlab, Java, Python).

Knowledge or interest in learning parallel programming such as MPI, OpenMP, and/or threads.

Experience with mathematical modeling techniques (e.g., linear and integer programming, statistical modeling, system dynamics modeling).

About the Computer Science Research Institute (CSRI)

The CSRI at Sandia creates technology and solutions for national security challenges, spanning fundamental research to state-of-the-art applications. Their portfolio includes computer system architecture, enabling technology for modeling physical and engineering systems, and support research in discrete mathematics, data analytics, and decision support. Application areas include nuclear weapons, climate security, alternative energy technologies, and power grid improvements. CSRI maintains world-class research programs in computational and discrete mathematics, computer science, scalable algorithms, and large-scale high-performance computer systems. Interns have access to state-of-the-art parallel-computing environments.

About Sandia National Laboratories

Sandia National Laboratories is a premier science and engineering laboratory for national security and technology innovation. They offer challenging work with significant impact, extraordinary co-workers, world-class research facilities, and career advancement opportunities. Flexible work arrangements may include compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting.

Security Information

This position does not currently require a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. Sandia will conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review. Federal law prohibits citizens and agents of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation from accessing Sandia National Laboratories, unless they are also a U.S. citizen.