Computational Electromagnetic Intern

Computational Electromagnetic Intern Location US-IL-Champaign ID 2026-4458 Category Internships / Co-Ops Position Type Full Time Hourly Riverside Overview Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems. All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship. Position Overview 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 Qualifications 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 Comp 20.00 - 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. Options Apply Apply Submit a Referral Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com