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LIGO Laboratory (the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory) seeks a highly motivated high school Engineering Intern to join its team at Caltech campus in Pasadena.
The selected Engineering Intern will have the opportunity to work with world-leading scientists and engineers at LIGO Lab. This is a unique opportunity to have hands-on experience with the processes involved with taking a concept from design to implementation/installation of the LIGO system. The engineering intern will also learn about the various components that constitute the LIGO interferometer. If you have a passion for physics and engineering, astronomy, and cutting-edge technology, this is a chance to see how a National Science Foundation funded facility works and the type of careers available in scientific research. This opportunity is ideal for an undergraduate with experience in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, physics, civil engineering or similar.
LIGO Laboratory is a National Science Foundation major facility dedicated to observing the newly discovered gravitational-wave universe. Jointly operated by the California Institute of Technology and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the LIGO Laboratory operates world-leading observatories near Richland, WA, and Baton Rouge, LA as well as R&D centers on the Caltech and MIT campuses. The LIGO Laboratory’s mission spans a broad and vibrant array of activities related to gravitational-wave physics and astronomy, including detector operations, R&D toward detector improvements, gravitational-wave astrophysics, observatory operations, education, and public outreach.
For more information, please visit the Laboratory website: www.ligo.caltech.edu
NOTE: This is an in-person internship with flexible hours of around 10 per week. Only applicants with the ability to work on campus at Caltech in Pasadena for 10 hours per week should apply. This internship does not include housing or travel and applicants unable to work regular on-campus hours should not apply.
$18.50 - $21.25 Per Hour
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks.
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