What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Technologies Graduate Intern (Assessments) position at MCR, LLC?
| ID | 2023-17824 | Category | Internships | Security Clearance Requirement | Secret | Type | Intern |
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
SPA advises and assists the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) on the development, test and fielding of leading edge technologies to counter weapons of mass destruction (WMD). DTRA delivers these game-changing technologies to warfighters across all Combatant Commands (CCMDs) including the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). SPA provides expertise to deter, deny or defeat chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) threats. SPA subject matter experts (SMEs) also advise on technologies designed to support threat understanding, detection, identification, and characterization; protection of military and civilian populations and consequence management. #CJ #I
This internship is primarily in office work, some local travel and occasional telework allowed.
Timeline for intern selection:
- Interviews will conclude by 13 December 2023, with offers/decisions within two weeks of interview.
We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Physics or another STEM field to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development programs concerning Nuclear Technologies. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations, and discussions.
This position is for the Assessments Division, which has portfolios that include nuclear wargaming, casualty estimates, web design, management of software development and authorization to operate on restricted systems, international (nuclear) monitoring, infrasound and seismology, and acquisition of small business contracts supporting the above work.
Our office is located in Lorton, VA, convenient to our DTRA clients at Fort Belvoir, VA.
Required Qualifications:
- Completed a bachelor's degree in any STEM field. Enrolled in a master's or Ph.D. program in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or other STEM program.
- Articulate and has a willingness to learn program/organizational processes and procedures.
- Demonstrates creative thinking and strong problem-solving skills.
- Possesses strong leadership, communications, and organizational skills.
- Offers the ability to delve into technical details and translate those into findings and technical recommendations.
- Has or is capable of quickly obtaining and maintaining an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
MCR, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
