Graduate 6-Month Intern - Geothermal Science/Engineering

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Apr 9, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Data
Software Engineering
$42.7K - $68.3K
Golden
Remote

Requirements

Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree program, or graduated in the past 12 months from an accredited institution. Candidates who have earned a degree may work for a period not to exceed 12 months. Must have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
In addition, the successful candidate must have demonstrated ability/experience in the following areas:
Machine learning algorithms (reinforcement learning) and programming (Python)
Techno-economic analysis of geothermal systems
Data analytics using spreadsheets, data visualization, etc. to analyze data and make conclusions
Geophysics/geology/rock physics
Geophysical theory, methods, data processing, and/or inversion
Subsurface data processing, modeling and interpretation.
3D geological modeling environments such as Leapfrog
Thermal-hydraulic-mechanical-chemical (THMC) reservoir modeling, or subsets thereof, using simulators such as CMG STARS, FALCON, Volsung, GOHFER, Resfrac, TOUGH family of codes, OpenGeoSys.
Effective and concise communication both in writing and speaking; to disseminate research results through technical talks and through publications, as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with the U.S. and international geothermal energy sector
Field work with geothermal systems
Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Knowledge of U.S. DOE geothermal research
Familiarity with use of high-performance computing for complex simulations

Responsibilities

This position works under the direction of NREL researchers to perform geoscientific, geospatial, technology, and techno-economic analysis, with an emphasis on geothermal energy systems and infrastructure. Work carried out will support R&D and decision-maker support activities within the NREL geothermal program using analysis methodologies such as geologic/geophysical/geochemical data processing and modeling, geothermal resource assessment, and subsurface/reservoir characterization.
This person may participate with senior staff to conceive and propose new research concepts and projects related to geothermal energy, and work with senior staff to develop collaborative internal and external relationships.
The position requires documenting work for internal communication and external publication, e.g., writing and publishing analysis results in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at national and international forums. The successful candidate may represent NREL's research and analysis at technical, business, and stakeholder events.

Application Process

You will need to upload official or unofficial school transcripts as part of the application process.
If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.

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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), a Department of Energy national lab, is #TransformingEnergy as the nation's primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development. NREL's Mission: NREL develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals. NREL's Strategy: NREL has forged a focused strategic direction to increase its impact on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) and our nation's energy goals by accelerating the research path from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.