Riverside Research's Applied Mathematics and Physics Solutions team is a research group focused on advancing the field of computational electromagnetics through innovative algorithms, high-performance computing, and real-world applications such as antenna design and radar cross section analysis. Our work spans theory, simulation, and experimentation, and we welcome curious minds eager to explore this dynamic domain. We're seeking a motivated intern to join our team and contribute to ongoing research in computational electromagnetics. While a specific project will be defined based on your interests and our current priorities, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced researchers, gain hands-on experience with simulation tools, and explore cutting-edge topics in electromagnetics. This internship position is for the summer 2027.
Responsibilities- Assist in developing, testing, or optimizing tools that solve Maxwell's equations
- Contribute to code development, data analysis, and/or visualization
- Participate in group meetings and present findings or progres
Required
- Students entering at least their junior year in Fall 2027 in an undergraduate program in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science,Applied Mathematics or related field
- 1-2 years of experience with scripting (python)
- 1-2 years of experience with C, C++ or Fortran
- 1-2 years of familiarity with using the Linux command line
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Must be a US citizen
Desired
- Familiarity with electromagnetics fundamentals (Maxwell's equations, boundary conditions, etc.)
- 1-2 years of experience with Windows code development
- Experience with version control (git)
- Experience with MPI and OpenMP
Global Comp20.00 - 30.00 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors. Closing Statement Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees. Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.
Skills Required
- Entering at least junior year in Fall 2027 in an undergraduate program in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field
- 1–2 years of scripting experience with Python
- 1–2 years of experience with C, C++, or Fortran
- 1–2 years of familiarity with the Linux command line
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Familiarity with electromagnetics fundamentals, including Maxwell’s equations and boundary conditions
- 1–2 years of Windows code development experience
- Experience with version control using Git
- Experience with MPI and OpenMP
What We Do
Founded in 1967, Riverside Research is a not-for-profit organization chartered to advance scientific research for the benefit of the US government and in the public interest. Through our open innovation concept, we invest in multi-disciplinary research and development and encourage collaboration to accelerate innovation and advance science. Riverside Research conducts independent research in machine learning, trusted systems, optics and photonics, electromagnetics, plasma physics, radio frequency systems, and biomedical engineering. We move science from the laboratory to the field by building teams of recognized experts who deliver effective, high-value solutions and services to our customers. From public service to national security, we aspire to be a valued partner through our unwavering commitment to innovative and mission-focused solutions.
