High School YWIS - Applied Chemistry and Engineering Intern [Summer]

Overview PNNL's Earth System Science Division enables energy independence and national security through leadership in earth systems science, engineering, and decision analytics. Our work focuses on solving complex problems in the dynamic Earth system. Our interdisciplinary scientists steward a breadth of efforts that encompass research on plants to groundwater science and coastal zones, to storm prediction. Our research focuses on understanding and mitigating operational risks at the interface of human and natural environments. This includes predicting the impacts of natural hazards and extreme climate events on Earth and human systems, along with the impacts of wildfire, flooding, sea level rise and storm surges. We focus on understanding and mitigating environmental contamination and increasing the resiliency, security and sustainability of water resources. We provide geointelligence through advanced sensing and data analytics to forecast complex system behaviors and operational performance to understand human-natural systems. This includes informed decision making and enhanced community resilience, advanced monitoring, and remote sensing of environmental systems for energy and national security. It also includes developing energy systems, including geothermal energy, sustainable oil and gas production, storage and utilization, along with carbon sequestration. Driven by a “science-to-solutions” philosophy, we provide scientific leadership and technology to enhance national security, mitigate natural hazards and optimize disaster response. In the critical areas of energy, environment, intelligence, and defense, we deliver insights and decision support through the development of tools and solutions. Responsibilities Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking ambitious, high-caliber sophomore, junior or senior high school students for intern assignments within the High School Young Women in Science (YWiS) Program. This summer internship is a research-based educational experience for sophomore, junior and senior females. The students must have an expressed interest in and potential for educational opportunities and careers in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). YWIS is a 10-week program, estimated based on start date; the anticipated start date for summer cohort will be June 20th, 2023. The Earth Systems Science Division (ESSD) at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is seeking a High School Intern to join our Operational Systems Engineering (OSE) Group. This represents a fantastic opportunity to be a key contributor to an internationally recognized research group that is pushing the envelope in operational systems ranging from hydropower and ecological systems to clean, renewable energy systems. The preferred candidate will provide technical support to the Hanford Natural Resource Trustee Council (HNRTC) in undertaking work related to the injury identification phase of the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) at the Hanford Site. The primary task is the development of a data analysis on terrestrial and aquatic species, identify threshold injury values for contaminants in soil, sediment, and surface water. Intern would work with senior staff in evaluating existing data and setting up ecological risk evaluations. ****BEFORE YOU APPLY**** When asked to upload your resume to your application, you need to upload one (1) PDF file that includes the following: 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Unofficial transcript 4. Personal Statement: Describe who you are beyond your academic achievements and potential. Offer information in regards to what kind of activities, leadership or experiences you’ve had that contributed toward your interest in STEM. IMPORTANT: Please note that the documents you apply with will carry over to any application you submit thereafter. If applying to multiple positions, please write your cover letter appropriately. APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE THE ITEMS ABOVE IN THEIR SINGLE PDF UPLOAD WILL BE DISQUALIFIED AS INCOMPLETE. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior or senior in a public or private high school at time of application. Applicants must be 16 years of age by start date. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (from beginning of 9th grade to current standing). Preferred Qualifications: Relevant Course Work Desired: Biology, Chemistry, English, Algebra. Computer Skills Desired: Excel, Word. Other Desired Skills: Experience working with teams. Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not applicable. Additional Information Not applicable. Testing Designated Position Not applicable. About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. 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