SULI - TAPS - Harmon, Martin - 2.16.2026

Argonne National Laboratory • Lemont, IL

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About The Position

This internship centers on a defined research question: How can structured, machine-readable technical rules and compliance systems improve transparency, efficiency, and workforce-relevant skill development in large-scale engineering competitions? The individual in this position will investigate this question through the design, development, and evaluation of an integrated suite of technical web-based applications supporting the EcoCAR Innovation Challenge. The project focuses on creating scalable, maintainable software systems that serve as a single source of truth for technical rules and requirements, vehicle inspections, waivers, publications, and funded position management. A core research objective is to assess how digitizing and standardizing these technical artifacts affects compliance workflows, administrative burden, and participant engagement across a national collegiate engineering program. Research Methods and Analytical Approaches: The intern will apply a combination of software engineering, data structuring, and applied analytics methods, including: Converting unstructured technical rules and requirements into standardized, machine-readable Markdown formats Designing relational database schemas and end-to-end data pipelines to support traceability and automation Analyzing workflow efficiency, rule-change frequency, inspection outcomes, and system usage patterns using Python, Pandas, and SQL Developing dashboards and visualizations (e.g., Streamlit) for user interaction as well as to evaluate system performance and user interaction over time These methods will enable the intern to both build the technical systems and analyze their functional and organizational impact. DOE Workforce and Technical Impact This project supports DOE priorities by improving understanding of how digital infrastructure shapes: The technical rigor and consistency of vehicle systems evaluation (electrical, mechanical, thermal, battery) Workforce-relevant skill development in software engineering, systems integration, and compliance management The scalability and sustainability of national STEM workforce development programs. By creating tools that reduce administrative overhead and improve technical clarity, the project helps DOE assess how digital systems can enhance program effectiveness and better prepare students for industry and national lab careers. Research Dissemination: The intern will document their work throughout the summer and share findings through: Technical documentation and system architecture artifacts A presentation or demo to program leadership highlighting technical outcomes and workforce insights Mentorship and Research Experience This internship is structured as a mentored research experience, not a support role. The intern will: Work with a mentor to refine the research question and evaluation metrics early in the internship Participate in regular technical and research check-ins focused on methodology, analysis, and interpretation of results Be guided in connecting technical implementation choices to broader workforce and programmatic outcomes. The individual in this role will be encouraged to make independent design decisions, test hypotheses about system performance and usability, and reflect on how digital tools influence complex, multi-institution engineering ecosystems. Education and Experience Requirements The entirety of the appointment must be conducted within the United States. Applicants must be: ‒ Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited institution. ‒ Graduated from an accredited institution within the past 3 months; or ‒ Actively enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution. Must be 18 years or older at the time the appointment begins. Must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must be a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident at the time of application. If accepting an offer, must pass a screening drug test

Requirements

• The entirety of the appointment must be conducted within the United States.
• Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited institution.
• Graduated from an accredited institution within the past 3 months; or
• Actively enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution.
• Must be 18 years or older at the time the appointment begins.
• Must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident at the time of application.
• If accepting an offer, must pass a screening drug test

Responsibilities

• Converting unstructured technical rules and requirements into standardized, machine-readable Markdown formats
• Designing relational database schemas and end-to-end data pipelines to support traceability and automation
• Analyzing workflow efficiency, rule-change frequency, inspection outcomes, and system usage patterns using Python, Pandas, and SQL
• Developing dashboards and visualizations (e.g., Streamlit) for user interaction as well as to evaluate system performance and user interaction over time
• Technical documentation and system architecture artifacts
• A presentation or demo to program leadership highlighting technical outcomes and workforce insights
• Work with a mentor to refine the research question and evaluation metrics early in the internship
• Participate in regular technical and research check-ins focused on methodology, analysis, and interpretation of results
• Be guided in connecting technical implementation choices to broader workforce and programmatic outcomes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed