Student Research Assistant_1

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory • Batavia, IL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Fermilab is seeking a highly motivated Undergraduate Student Research Assistant. This position is designed for college and university students currently enrolled in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), or Computing and Accelerator Science curriculum. The role involves working under direct supervision alongside staff to provide technical assistance on various project-based tasks and research initiatives. Key activities include investigating, defining, and proposing solutions to assigned technical and scientific problems, assisting with data analysis, assembling prototypes, developing calibration code and catalogs, setting up and monitoring tests, contributing to facility operations, and applying modeling and simulation tools. The successful candidate will also be responsible for performing other duties as assigned by their supervisor and must adhere to all environmental, health, and safety regulations pertinent to the position.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate STEM program at an accredited college or university
• Maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 in core technical coursework
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work proficiently with hand tools (e.g., wrenches, screwdrivers) for mechanical assembly
• Strong computer literacy is required
• Must be a self-starter capable of working independently or collaboratively within a diverse team environment
• A meticulous, detail-oriented approach to technical tasks is essential
• Experience with Python programming and the Linux operating system
• Candidates must be available for up to 20 hours/week during the academic year and 40 hours/week during the summer months on site in Batavia, IL

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in mechanical CAD, particularly parametric modeling (e.g., Onshape, SolidWorks, Autocad Inventor or similar)
• A proven track record of completing electronic or mechanical projects, whether through formal coursework or personal hobbies

Responsibilities

• Works along-side staff to provide technical assistance on project-based tasks and/or research
• Investigates, defines, and proposes solutions to assigned technical and scientific problems
• Assistance with data analysis, assembly prototypes, calibration code and catalogs, test set-up and monitoring, general contribution to operation of facilities, and application of modeling and simulation tools
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees