2023 Future Computing Summer Internship (FCSI)
The Advanced Computing Systems Research Program (ACS) in the NSA Research Directorate is joining with their counterparts in the High-Performance Computing Solutions (HPCS) and Operations (OPS) organizations to provide a select number of undergraduate students an exciting 8-week internship opportunity. ACS is part of the Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) and is located in the Research Park building complex adjacent to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).
The 2023 Future Computing Summer Internship (FCSI) will focus on High-Performance Computing (HPC), a field critical to national security, discovery, and technological innovation.
Program website: https://www.lps.umd.edu/2023-future-computing-summer-internship/.
What will I be doing?
As an ORISE participant, you will assist a member of a team led by NSA technical experts on High-Performance Computing (HPC) and future computing problems that are of importance to the NSA. The prospective candidate will conduct hands-on technical work on projects spanning disciplines such as, but not limited to, electrical and computer engineering, software engineering, and applied mathematics. The prospective candidate will gain skills in a variety of areas relevant to HPC.
Why should I apply?
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. You will also engage in activities and research in several areas.
Where will I be located?
Catonsville, Maryland
What is the anticipated start date?
The National Security Agency (NSA) is making selections for a start date of June 12, 2023, and ending on August 4, 2023.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is an eight-week research appointment.
What are the benefits?
$900 per week stipend.
$200 one-time reimbursement for airport pickup and drop off.
Travel Allowance including Airfare.
About NSA
The Advanced Computing Systems Research Program (ACS) in the NSA Research Directorate is joining with their counterparts in the High-Performance Computing Solutions (HPCS) and Operations (OPS) organizations to provide a select number of undergraduate students an exciting 8-week internship opportunity. ACS is part of the Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) and is located in the Research Park building complex adjacent to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).
The 2023 Future Computing Summer Internship (FCSI) will focus on High-Performance Computing (HPC), a field critical to national security, discovery, and technological innovation.
Program website: https://www.lps.umd.edu/2023-future-computing-summer-internship/
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD, or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Qualifications
The qualified candidate will be currently enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. institution as an undergraduate student at the time of applying. Undergraduate cumulative minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Consideration will be given to undergraduates graduating in 2025 or beyond with significant upper-level coursework/experience in math, computer science, computer engineering, or related STEM fields.
Disciplines:
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Mathematics
- Electrical Engineering
- Physics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Data Science