Eligibility
The Lee Teng Internship is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled full time at an accredited college or university. We will also accept applications from foreign nationals who are attending U.S. colleges or universities on student visas.
There are generally formalities that must be completed to allow students on visas to take part in this program. Accepted students are fully responsible for meeting any such requirements.
The program is intended for students who will be completing their junior year in the spring of 2012; however, outstanding sophomores may also be considered.
Educational Disciplines
The construction and operation of accelerators requires a broad range of skills. This program is open to students interested in the following fields.
Physics
Electricity and magnetism, linear and nonlinear mechanics, optics,
and computational physics are among the diverse physics skills
needed in accelerator design and operation.
Electrical Engineering
Accelerator systems require a variety of digital and analog electrical engineering skills. In particular there is a great need for engineers who can work with both low and high power radio frequency (rf) systems. Another area of need is high precision power supplies. Accelerator diagnostic systems require a mix of advanced analog systems and digital electronics.
Computing and Controls Systems
Accelerators use advanced controls systems to monitor, model and control the hardware which influences the behavior of the particle beam. Needs exist for a range of software and hardware skills in designing and maintaining accelerator controls systems.
Mechanical Engineering
Many different mechanical engineering skills are important for accelerator technology. Particular areas of emphasis are; finite element analysis, high heat load materials, cryogenic systems, magnet design and structural design.
Material Science
Increasingly important to accelerator development is the field of material science. Superconducting rf cavities are of great importance to accelerator developments. Surface properties, particularly of vacuum systems are also of interest.
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