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Undergraduate Technical Intern - Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Internship for Diversity (DID)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
 
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Overview
Protecting U.S. residents and visitors is among our nation’s highest priorities. As adversaries gain access to sophisticated technologies and materials, the threats grow more dynamic and complex—from cyber and nuclear to chemical and biological weapons of mass effect and other forms of terrorism. The PNNL national security mission employs our researchers, tools, and technologies to play a key role in advancing the ability to identify and secure nuclear materials, detect weapons of mass effect, manage nonproliferation treaties, secure our nation's borders, and protect critical infrastructures. PNNL’s scientific discovery and capabilities—rooted in innovative theory, methods, algorithms, and tools—are enabling stronger, more resilient technologies and systems to safeguard national security. Coupled with decades of radiological and nuclear materials expertise, advanced computing and threat analysis capabilities, and a broad fundamental science base, we are identifying and countering emerging threats that have significant impact at home and around the globe. 

Responsibilities
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking ambitious, high-caliber students for assignments within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Internship for Diversity (DID), administered by PNNL. The DID internship is a partnership between PNNL, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI), and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) that provides research-based experience for students who are traditionally underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) majoring in both STEM and non-STEM focused fields.
 
Are you an undergraduate student attending a MSI excited about engaging in tackling hard problems in national security, energy or science, and applying cutting-edge research to making our nation safer and stronger? Does designing, defining and operationalizing technologies and approaches that respond to complex national security problems sound exciting? Would you like to work with world class scientists, engineers, and program specialists to contribute your ideas in the response to those challenges?
 
If you answered yes to these things, we want your application for DID. We are looking for smart, creative and motivated students with a passion for solving complex problems, identifying solution options and determining how solutions can be made operational, who are interested in careers in national security. Students of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.
 
These positions will be for 8-12 weeks during the summer 2022, are available primarily in Richland, WA but could also be conducted remotely from each individual student’s location.
 
****HOW TO APPLY****
To have a complete application package, the three (3) listed items below are required and must be uploaded correctly per the steps below:
 
Step 1: Upload Resume or CV in “Resume” section only (note: if applying to multiple positions, the resume uploaded will be the resume used for all positions an applicant applies towards)
 
Step 2: Combine the two (2) below requested documents into one (1) PDF document and name this file DTRA-DID This combined document must be uploaded into the “Additional Documents” section. 
 
1) Current unofficial transcript, cumulative GPA must be listed
2) 300-word essay describing how your specific interests pertain to one of the focus areas listed above, such as personal projects, hobbies outside of class, or any other activity to help you gain extra experience in your field beyond textbook knowledge.
 
If any one of the 3 components are not uploaded per the instructions listed, applications will be rejected and will no longer be considered. Electronic applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the posting close date.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Candidates must be degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at an accredited college or university. 
  • Candidates must be taking at least 6 credit hours and have an overall cumulative GPA of 2.70.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will be pursuing undergraduate degrees at an MSI in one of the following focus areas:
 
Analytics: Disciplines of interest - political science, public policy and international relations, criminal justice, and policy analysis.
 
Biology/Chemistry: Disciplines of interest - biology, radiochemistry, and actinide chemistry.
 
Concept and Application Evaluation: Disciplines of interest - physics, mathematics and statistics quantitatively evaluation and assessment.
 
Cyber/Computer Science: Disciplines of interest - computer engineering, the principles and applications of cyber security, and computer science focusing on secure systems.
 
Engineering: Disciplines of interest - chemical, electrical, mechanical, material, and nuclear engineering.

Additional Information
Candidates must have the ability to obtain a future security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.
 
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
 
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at hr@pnnl.gov.

Drug Free Workplace
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

Mandatory Requirements
Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination, or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.