Modeling and Simulations for Reactors Spring Internship

Idaho Falls, ID - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Is an internship passionate about changing the worlds energy future intriguing If so we might have just the opportunity youre looking for!

The National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) and the Nuclear Engineering Advanced Modeling and Simulation program from the U.S. Department of Energy are collaborating to operate the NRIC Virtual Test Bed. The Virtual Test Bed includes a public repository for simulations of advanced nuclear reactors. These simulations delve into complex multiphysics behavior of these reactors to examine their operational and safety performance. These examples of the use of advanced modeling and simulation tools for nuclear engineering can then be adapted by the community for reactor design or licensing this internship you will expand and deliver additional simulations. This involves collaborating with analyst teams at the Idaho National Laboratory to verify update or upgrade then publish these models online. Reporting to the Computational Frameworks group. This team works a 9x80 schedule and works onsite at our Idaho Falls campus. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability.

Minimum Requirements:

Undergraduate degree seeking Masters degree seeking student
Enrolled full time at an accredited college/university studying Nuclear Engineering Computer Science or related
A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT)

Preferred Skills:

Experience or coursework with Linux
Experience or coursework with Modeling and simulation software such as MOOSE/Marmot/BISON

Application Requirements:

Current Resume or CV
Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
Current class schedule and number of credits

Compensation and Benefits:

Undergraduate Internships ($26.16/hour - $31.47/hour)
Masters Internships and PhD Internships Pre-Candidacy ($32.87/hour - $35.26/hour)
Eligible interns are provided paid holiday time off and many of our internships offer travel reimbursements.
Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.

INL is a science-based applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energys mission in nuclear energy research science and national defense. With more than 6200 scientists researchers and support staff the laboratory works with national and international governments universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nations nuclear and renewable energy national security and environmental missions.

INL hosts nearly 700 undergraduate and graduate students each year to support INLs mission. Opportunities for interns at INL range from nuclear engineering to cybersecurity and include non-scientific positions in several operations and business subject areas.

Selective Service RequirementsTo be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see .

Equal Employment OpportunityIdaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

Physical RequirementsThe employee is frequently required to stand walk sit bend operate a computer keyboard or type handle materials or reach with hands and arms performing the essential functions of the classification. The duties require sitting for long periods. The employee must occasionally lift 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision distance vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus conduct research and inspect materials. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions communicate effectively in person by telephone or electronic mail. While performing the duties of this classification the employee works in an office setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reasonable AccommodationWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.

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Is an internship passionate about changing the worlds energy future intriguing If so we might have just the opportunity youre looking for!The National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) and the Nuclear Engineering Advanced Modeling and Simulation program from the U.S. Department of Energy are collabor...