Position Description
The Mathematics and Computer Science Division at Argonne National Laboratory seeks internship students in computer science to perform research in optimizing communication runtime systems and threading systems for large distributed computing platforms. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary research team involving computer and computational scientists, physicists, and mathematicians to enable data analysis of simulations and experiments running on DOE leadership-class supercomputing architectures and facilities.
The MCS Division at Argonne National Laboratory is a leader in the design of advanced systems software tools and applications of interest to the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Defense and various industry partners. Appointees will participate in a collegial and stimulating environment, including access to multidisciplinary collaborations, world-class software toolkits and some of the world’s largest supercomputers including US’s first exascale supercomputer, “Aurora”.
Position Requirements
Programming experience with C/C++ is required. Experience with high performance computing systems, parallel programming models (MPI, OpenMP, PGAS or equivalent) and/or accelerator models (e.g., GPUs) is preferred. Good collaborative skills, including the ability to work well with science teams, other laboratories, and universities. Good self-motivation to solve problems and grow professionally. Good written and oral communication skills.
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. In support of this commitment, Argonne encourages minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Argonne considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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