Masters Summer Intern- Computer Science

Job Summary

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a Masters Summer Intern in Computer Science to join its cutting‑edge research team in Five Points, Wake County, US. This full‑time, 10‑week internship offers a guaranteed stipend of $70,617.57.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior scientists and engineers on computational projects within the Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate.
• Develop, test, and optimize algorithms for data‑intensive scientific applications.
• Implement software solutions using Python, C++, or Java and integrate them with high‑performance computing (HPC) resources.
• Analyze simulation results, produce visualizations, and document findings in technical reports.
• Present progress and results to multidisciplinary teams and at internal seminars.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Master’s program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong programming skills (Python, C/C++, Java) and experience with Linux/UNIX environments.
• Familiarity with high‑performance computing, parallel programming (MPI, OpenMP) or cloud platforms.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and written communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with scientific computing libraries (NumPy, SciPy, TensorFlow, etc.).
• Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, ParaView, or D3.js.
• Previous internship or research experience in a national laboratory or university setting.

What PNNL Offers

• Mentorship from world‑class researchers and engineers.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art computing facilities and experimental labs.
• Professional development workshops and networking events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the Masters Summer Intern role at PNNL?

The internship runs for a 10‑week full‑time summer period.

Do I need prior experience with high‑performance computing?

While not mandatory, familiarity with HPC concepts or parallel programming is preferred.

Is the internship paid?

Yes, the position provides a fixed stipend of $70,617.57 for the summer term.