Nuclear Technologies - Survivability Intern Job Listing at SPA in Lorton, VA (Job ID 2024-19265)

Description

Qualifications

Required:

• Enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a completed Bachelor's degree in any STEM field
• Articulate and has a willingness to learn program/organizational processes and procedures
• Creative thinking and strong problem solving skills
• Strong leadership, communications, and organizational skills
• The ability to delve into technical details and translate those into findings and recommendations
• Ability to work with common office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Skype, Windows, SharePoint)
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance

Desired:

• A focus on pulsed-power, circuitry, electrodynamics, electrical engineering and theory, and/or non-thermal radiation physics

We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development programs concerning Nuclear Technologies. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations, and discussions. This position is for the Survivability Division, which has portfolios that include pulse power, effects of electromagnetic pulse, effects of neutrons (fast and slow) on equipment and systems, radiological effects on humans and personal protection equipment, space systems, communications equipment and wireless carrier signals, effects of scintillation, military standards for survivability on ships, aircraft, and vehicles, and acquisition of small business contracts supporting the above work.

This internship is primarily in office work with occasional telework allowed. Timeline for this job opportunity:  We are currently accepting applications for this paid internship and will make offers contingent on the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance for a summer 2025 start date.