Bachelors Intern

About the Role

The Field Instrument Deployments and Operations (FIDO) Team within the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a post-bachelor's intern. This role offers hands-on experience in the installation, operation, and maintenance of atmospheric instrumentation and infrastructure for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) User Facility. Working with experienced technical staff and a mentor, you will develop field skills while supporting ARM's global observatory deployments, contributing to DOE's science, energy, and national security objectives. This is a one-year, full-time appointment with the potential for a two-year extension upon request and approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Core Responsibilities (60%): Learning to install, operate, and troubleshoot atmospheric instrumentation (meteorological instrumentation, radiometers, radars, lidars, aerosol sampling systems) and supporting infrastructure (power, network, and data collection systems).
• Strategy & Planning (25%): Engaging in GIS mapping, infrastructure design and testing, drafting safety and installation plans, and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Professional Development & Administration (10%): Setting and working towards professional development and technical skill goals with mentors, attending weekly team meetings, and participating in training.
• Travel (5%): Performing hands-on fieldwork to support equipment installation, technical operations, and pack-up.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Minimum Job Requirements

• Engagement: Interest in atmospheric research, scientific instrumentation, and hands-on field work.
• Communication: Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively and seek guidance.
• Autonomy: Capacity to work independently, manage responsibilities, and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability: Openness to continuous learning and process improvement.
• Time Management: Skill in prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and staying organized.
• Technical Problem-Solving: Foundational knowledge of diagnostic testing on low-voltage circuits and proficiency with hand tools.
• Software: Basic experience with GIS or CAD software, and familiarity with programming languages.

Education/Experience

• Must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) within the last 3 years in engineering, technology, or a related field.
• Must have graduated with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience operating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining scientific instrumentation.
• Experience supporting scientific research or working in a research environment.
• Familiarity with data-acquisition systems, instrument communications, and computer networking.
• Experience working with electronic test equipment, sensors, and basic electrical systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Sitting and standing; climbing stairs and ladders; lifting and carrying 10-20 pounds, and loading into or off of shipping containers; kneeling; squatting; and bending.
• Job functions performed both indoors and outdoors in various environmental conditions using provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work Environment

• Work Location: Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Additional Details

• Travel Requirements: Must be able and willing to travel domestically for at least two weeks per calendar year.
• Application Materials: Current resume, current official transcripts, personal statement of interest (not to exceed one page).
• Employment Restrictions: Due to federal restrictions, citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and the Russian Federation (who are not Lawful Permanent Residents) are prohibited from accessing LANL facilities.
• Drug Testing: Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks. Marijuana use remains illegal under federal law and will result in termination of employment if detected in a drug test.
• Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. However, employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA under Supplemental Directive 206.2 (for U.S. citizens). Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Contact

• Jillian Sandoval, [email protected]