Undergraduate
Research Intern – Science and Technology
Project PREP0002174 · NIST sponsor Colleen Cottle
Overview
The position is in the Policy and Integration office within CHIPS R&D. The Research Intern will provide research and other support for one or more members of the Policy and Integration office that will inform the development of new policy for the CHIPS programs.
Qualifications
Demonstrated capability to conduct independent research in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM), particularly as relevant to informing public or economic policies
Strong written and oral communication skills and excellent attention to detail
Experience with Microsoft Suite platforms
Research Proposal
- Conduct research in the following areas related to the semiconductor industry:
- Economic analysis related to the semiconductor industry, including in manufacturing and design, and in the broader investment and R&D ecosystem
- International issues affecting the semiconductor industry, including policy developments affecting R&D collaboration
- Metrics for evaluating the success of education and workforce development programs in terms of increasing the availability of workforce-ready semiconductor industry personnel in industry, academia, and government, including from underrepresented communities
- Summarize and present findings to leadership
- Participate in developing policy recommendations for the CHIPS R&D office.