Nuclear Engineering Science Laboratory Synthesis (NESLS) - Spring 2015

Organization
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Reference Code
NESLS-Spring2015
Application Deadline
12/31/2014 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description

NESLS Goals

  • Maximize the abilities of students through cooperative research with mentors at a national laboratory
  • Increase on-the-job research opportunities
  • Provide a learning environment useful to both national laboratories and students
  • Train next generation nuclear scientists

 

Nuclear Security Technologies
Material protection,
control, and accounting
Radiation detection
Safeguards Transportation technologies
Arms control assessments Fissile material Detection
Export control Fissile material disposition
Nuclear threat reduction  
Nuclear Systems Analysis, Design, and Safety
Radiation shielding Systems analysis
Reactor physics Facility safety
Criticality safety Risk assessment
Thermal hydraulics Regulatory support
Nuclear data and codes System instrumentation and controls
Material and fuel irradiation Enrichment technology
Advanced space reactors  
Fuels, Isotopes, and Nuclear Materials
Nuclear fuels Separations science and technology
Heavy element production Nuclear process and equipment design
Stable and radioactive isotopes Robotics and remote handling
Medical isotope development Chemical engineering

While You Are Here:

  • Enrich your laboratory experience by attending the lecture series to learn of the work of outstanding speakers
  • Network with laboratory research staff and with fellow students through work and social events
  • Take technical tours of facilities at ORNL
  • Prepare and present your project to laboratory staff and fellow students

Application Procedure: A limited number of slots are available during the spring session. Applicants may apply for NESLS via the online application form.

Selection: The award will be based on mentor's selection and project funding availability.

Duration: The award is an appointment of at least 10 weeks. Renewals are limited.

Benefits: Travel to and from (max $1000); Housing allowance of $125/week if located more than 50 miles from Oak Ridge. Questions on housing can be directed to Julie Ezold (ezoldjg1@ornl.gov).

Health Insurance: Each participant is required to have coverage in a health insurance plan. It is the responsibility of each participant to secure insurance coverage before arriving at the appointed site.

 

NESLS Weekly Stipend Rates

Class Status*

Stipend

First Year (Freshman)

$529/wk

Second Year (Sophomore)

$593/wk

Third Year (Junior)

$653/wk

Fourth Year (Senior)

$726/wk

Masters Student

$863/wk

PhD Student

$935/wk

*Denotes class status completed prior to ORNL report date.

For additional information contact:
Julie Ezold

Phone: (865) 574-9594
Email: ezoldjg1@ornl.gov

Qualifications

Eligibility: The ORNL NESLS program is open to full- or part-time students enrolled at a U.S. university with a 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA at the time of appointment. All awards and active participation in the program are contingent upon security access approval to Oak Ridge National Laboratory. 

Qualifications: Student applicants will be chosen on the basis of academic performance, class standing, career goals, recommendations, and compatibility of educational interests and abilities with the needs of ORNL.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Degree: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctoral Degree.
  • Overall GPA: 3.00
  • Discipline(s):
    • Chemistry and Materials Sciences (12 )
    • Computer, Information, and Data Sciences (16 )
    • Earth and Geosciences (21 )
    • Engineering (27 )
    • Environmental and Marine Sciences (14 )
    • Life Health and Medical Sciences (45 )
    • Mathematics and Statistics (10 )
    • Physics (16 )
    • Science & Engineering-related (1 )
Affirmation

I certify that my cumulative GPA is at least 3.0/4.0, that I am or will be at least 18 years of age prior to start of appointment, and that I am currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate nuclear engineering, science or related degree program at a U.S. university/college.