SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is one of 17 Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratories, and operated by Stanford University on behalf of the DOE. SLAC develops and operates some of the worlds premier science facilities, including the first hard X-ray free-electron laser. Research at SLAC explores the structure and function of matter and the properties of energy, space and time, at the smallest and largest scales, all with the goal of solving problems facing society and advancing human knowledge. LSST Intern (Level II) Job Requisition #: 3314 Classification Title: Casual - Nonexempt Grade: NA Location: Menlo Park, CA (HQ) # of openings: 2 Description POSITION OVERVIEW The LSST Project Division has a temporary employment opportunity available for a Student/Recent Graduate who is interested in mechanical engineering, or related STEM discipline and seeking to gain work experience. Reporting to the Cryostat Manager, this position will perform the following duties. CORE DUTIES*: Assist engineering and/or science teams in the assembly and test of the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST) camera subsystem. The camera is deep in the assembly and test phase of multiple camera components. Adaptability to work on a variety of camera assembly tasks will be needed. * - Other duties may also be assigned Note: This is a non-benefits eligible casual-nonexempt position (work less than 50% full-time equivalent), not to exceed 980 hours in a calendar year. Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years of age, currently enrolled in an educational program or recently graduated, and have US work authorization. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Must be enrolled in a degree program in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related field At least one year of college level course work on mechanical or electrical engineering or related STEM field. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Hands on experience with scientific instrumentation. Debugging of electrical, computer or mechanical systems. School projects or similar internships. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task and complete assignments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. SLAC Employee Competencies: Effective Decisions : Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. Self-Development : Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. Dependability : Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. Initiative : Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. Adaptability : Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages. Relationships : Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals. WORK STANDARDS: Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1General Policy and Responsibilities: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu . SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer. Final candidates are subject to background checks prior to commencement of employment at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Internal candidates, who are selected for hire, may require degree verification and/or credit checks based on requirements of the new position . For Clery Act Information click here: http://www.stanford.edu/group/SUDPS/safety-report/security-authorities.shtml