2027 SIParCS Undergraduate Student Internships

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) • Boulder, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Summer Internships in Parallel Computational Science (SIParCS) program offers undergraduates who have completed their freshman year hands-on research and development opportunities in high-performance computing (HPC) and related fields. Interns join the Computational and Information Systems Laboratory (CISL), which provides supercomputing and data systems to the geosciences research community and conducts work in computational science, data analysis, scientific visualization, and numerical modeling.

The 2027 program lasts 11 weeks. Interns must be available for 40 hours per week from May 17, 2027 through July 30, 2027. The program is planned as an in-person experience at NCAR campuses in Boulder, Colorado; meetings may be in person or hybrid. Interns conduct original research under a science mentor, attend technical seminars and skills-enhancing workshops, prepare a poster, give an oral presentation of their results, and participate professionally in SIParCS activities. Three holidays during the summer internship are unpaid: Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day.

Applicants submit a personal statement, resume or CV, and their most recent unofficial undergraduate transcript together in one PDF. They may apply to no more than two SIParCS projects. References are not required. The application deadline is January 19, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time. Selected candidates undergo background checks and/or federal screenings.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a U.S. university.
• Undergraduate who has completed at least their freshman year.
• Authorized to work in the United States; F-visa students must obtain CPT or OPT authorization as specified.
• Available to work 40 hours per week from May 17, 2027 through July 30, 2027.
• Able to participate on-site in Boulder, Colorado.
• Ability to work with a broad group of peers and interact with mentors and peers in a collaborative, inquiry-supporting manner.
• Skill in using communication software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email.
• Ability and willingness to learn and use scientific computing tools and programs.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Basic problem-solving skills and ability to analyze data and draw conclusions.
• Basic coursework knowledge of mathematics, computer science, or engineering.
• Ability and willingness to follow organizational and work-group guidelines and policies.
• Submit the required personal statement, resume/CV, and unofficial transcript by the application deadline.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research under the guidance of a science mentor.
• Give a presentation based on research results and prepare a poster.
• Participate professionally in SIParCS activities, including appropriate technical seminars and skills-enhancing workshops.
• Communicate with the mentoring team, organize meetings, and ask for help as needed.
• Work collaboratively with peers and mentors.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed