Sandia National Laboratories · 12 hours ago
Intern, R&D Graduate Summer - Advanced Packaging for Power Semiconductors, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Internship
Onsite
InternSandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering laboratory for national security and technology innovation. They are seeking a responsible and enthusiastic Graduate Summer Intern to support an experimental program in advanced packaging of semiconductor devices and power modules.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and simulate packaged GaN/SiC power semiconductors using CAD and multi-physics software packages
Carry out fabrication and process development, including die bonding, 3D printing, wire bonding, and encapsulation of test-structure assemblies
Conduct electrical and thermal characterization of fabricated assemblies to identify performance improvements and failure modes
Communicate results with stakeholders (e.g. circuits and systems) to ensure proper system-level integration
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and responsibly in a research team and contribute towards a safe and secure laboratory working environment
Qualification
Required
Earned bachelor's degree
Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited science, engineering, or math graduate program
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0
Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer
U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S
Preferred
The candidate must be pursuing an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
Good oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Functional knowledge and understanding of a suite of standard computer software skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Have a GPA > 3.5/4.0
Strong understanding of power module topologies and correlation of data-sheet parameters to module-level performance
Hands-on experience with electrical and thermal laboratory testing equipment (e.g., curve tracers, parameter analyzers, high-voltage power supplies, thermal imaging)
Experience with CAD and Multiphysics software packages (Solidworks, Altium, Ansys AEDT) and/or power semiconductor and module fabrication
Experience designing or building printed circuit boards for test fixtures
Proficiency in programming languages for instrument control and data analysis (e.g., Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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