Intern - Electrical Engineering, R&D Undergrad Summer

Sandia National Laboratories

Nov 5, 2023

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Engineering
Los Angeles

Requirements

You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:
Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) 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. citizenship
Note: If you have not yet started your undergraduate program, please apply to a high school intern position.
Qualifications We Desire:
You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:
Currently attending and enrolled full time (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited undergraduate program
Entering 3rd year of studies or later
Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering
Desired skills include:
Coursework or project experience in circuit design and/or FPGA programming
Experience with safety aspects of project work and electronics laboratory work
MATLAB programming experience
Experience with design tools such as schematic, layout or CAD programs
Knowledge of and experience with scientific and engineering methods
Knowledge of and experience with designing, planning, and executing projects with low technology readiness levels
Interest in multidisciplinary work and ability to team across disciplines
Good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Projects are tailored to individuals, but in the past our interns have engaged in…:
Supporting design of FPGA-based electronics hardware with RF data communication capabilities
Supporting testing and test planning and design feedback
Designing architectures to support flexibility or improved capability
Conducting experiments related to forward-looking technology
Designing cryptography solutions for open air data transmission
Designing PWB/PWAs that support custom test solutions
You’ll be able to work with your mentor and engineering team to determine which summer projects best meet your needs. You will also have access to state of the art facilities and tools in pursuit of engineering excellence.

Sandia National Laboratories

DOE labs securing a peaceful and free world through science and technology.

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1949

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier DOE science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. Our team of scientists, engineers, researchers, and business specialists apply their knowledge and skill toward delivering cutting-edge technology in an array of areas. Across our main sites in Albuquerque, NM, and Livermore, CA, our research ranges from nuclear defense and homeland and global security to innovative work in biotechnology, environmental preservation, energy, and cyber security. Our teams have shared some of the reasons they enjoy working at Sandia: • Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide • Extraordinary co-workers • Access to some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world (tours.sandia.gov) • Career advancement and enrichment opportunities • Work-life balance with flexible work schedules, competitive benefits, and convenient on-site amenities