LIGO Lab seeks a highly motivated and skilled Outreach and Science/ Engineering Intern to join its team. Interns will spend time both with outreach and scientific staff facilitating the growth of their communication, as well as technical, knowledge and skills. This is an in-person, on-site opportunity at LIGO Lab's Hanford Observatory near the Tri-Cities, WA. The internship is year-round during the school semester and in the summer. Essential Job Duties Outreach interns assist Education and Publ... more details
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Job Summary
LIGO Lab seeks a highly motivated and skilled Outreach and Science/Engineering Intern to join its team. Interns will spend time both with outreach and scientific staff facilitating the growth of their communication, as well as technical, knowledge and skills.
This is an in-person, on-site opportunity at LIGO Lab's Hanford Observatory near the Tri-Cities, WA. The internship is year-round during the school semester and in the summer.
Essential Job Duties
Outreach interns assist Education and Public Outreach (EPO) staff in leading outreach activities such as field trips, STEM nights, and classroom activities. In addition to assisting with current outreach activities interns use their creativity and knowledge to design new lessons, activities, and programs. When not assisting with outreach activities interns have the opportunity to work on project with one of several groups on site such as the electrical engineering lab or the computer science group.
Interns are expected to work approximately 10 hours a week during school and 40 hours per week during the summer. Schedules are flexible and will take into account other commitments interns may have. Occasional nights and weekends may be required.
Basic Qualifications
Candidate should be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree for one of the following fields of study: education, engineering, computer science, or physics.
Candidate must be able to attend the LIGO Hanford Observatory in-person, therefore reliable transportation is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working with K-12 students and/or the public.
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