| Job Title | | River Delta Hydrology and Network Based Modeling Graduate Student | | | | Location | | Los Alamos, NM, US | | | | Organization Name | | EES-14/Earth System Observations | | | | Minimum Salary | | | | | | Maximum Salary | | | | | | | | What You Will Do Put your hydrology talents to good use by joining our world-class R&D team! The Earth System Observations Group in the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an immediate opening for a summer intern with experience in hydrology or geomorphology and python. You will work as part of the Atmosphere, Climate, and Ecosystem Sciences team to conduct an analysis of temporal variability in river delta surface hydrology and contribute to our understanding of transport pathways and nutrient cycling in river deltas. The term of the appointment is 8-10 weeks, depending on the experience and availability of the selected candidate. The intern will collaborate with a team of geomorphologists and hydrologists to find creative ways to quantify transport pathways and times through river deltas and to examine how surface hydrology varies across latitudes. | | | | | | What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: · Currently enrolled in an accredited Graduate Degree program in Earth Science, Geoscience, Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Water Resources, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a related field. · Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent). · Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent). ● Experience with python for data analysis ● Familiarity with hydrology, geomorphology, channel networks, and/or coastal environments ● Written and oral communication skills Desired Qualifications: ● Experience with network-based modeling or analysis ● Experience working with remotely sensed and/or geospatial data Note to Applicants: The application package consists of a CV, cover letter (up to two pages), transcripts, and contact information for two references. Recommendation letters are not required at this stage but may be requested upon review of applications. Your cover letter should explicitly address how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired skills, if applicable. In addition to applying online, applicants may email their application materials to apiliouras@lanl.gov. No applicant is expected to have all of the desired skills, and on-the-job learning is expected. Anyone who meets the minimum requirements is encouraged to apply. This internship is expected to be remote, given the ongoing public health crisis. Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos. | | | | | | Where You Will WorkLocated in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. In Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES), we combine our capabilities in field and laboratory measurements with analysis and modeling on high-performance computers to solve complex present-day problems in climate science, the production of clean energy, treaty verification, and national and global security missions. Our generous benefits package includes: § PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network § Dental and vision insurance § Free basic life and disability insurance § Paid maternity and parental leave § Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually) § Learning opportunities and tuition assistance § Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays) § Onsite gyms and wellness programs § Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) | | | | | | Additional DetailsDirective 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A. No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks. New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements. 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