About the role#
Fermilab is seeking an Undergraduate Intern to join our team in Lead, South Dakota. This is a full-time, paid position that offers hands-on experience in a national laboratory setting. We are looking for students pursuing degrees in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.
What you'll do#
- Assist in research projects focused on particle physics.
- Support scientists with the daily operation of particle accelerators.
- Participate directly in laboratory experiments.
- Gain practical experience working within a premier national laboratory.
What you'll need#
- Familiarity with particle physics concepts and an interest in accelerator research.
- Ability to pass a federal background check and drug screening.
- Compliance with HSPD-12 requirements, including the ability to obtain and maintain a PIV credential.
Location & details#
- Location: Lead, South Dakota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: $15.00 to $25.00 per hour.
About Fermilab
Fermilab is a particle physics and accelerator laboratory based in Batavia, Illinois. Founded in 1967, the facility operates under the United States Department of Energy Office of Science. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people across a 6,800-acre campus. The laboratory conducts experiments on the fundamental building blocks of matter and cosmic phenomena like dark matter.
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