Job Title: Space Weather Intern (Jr. Scientist / Scientific Programmer Analyst)
Location: Remote, Boulder, CO (Individual needs to visit the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center located in Boulder occasionally, and work with our team in DMV area remotely)
Position Type: 6-month Internship, with Fulltime Potential
Hourly Rate: $20-$25/hour Based on Qualifications
Clearance: Public Trust Eligible
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
To apply, please follow these steps:
- Visit https://ibsscorp.com/careers/
- Select the position you are interested in
- Review the job details, then click Apply Now
- Complete and submit your application
Overview
IBSS Corporation is seeking a highly motivated junior level scientist or scientific programmer analyst to contribute to our applied research and development (R&D), research to operations (R2O), and stakeholder engagement for space weather observation, modeling, and prediction capabilities.
The ideal candidate shall possess basic space weather science knowledge, nuanced scientific reasoning, and strong interest in learning and advancing operational space weather observation, modeling, forecasting, and service capabilities at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the company's TerraPrecise Team in data analysis, modeling, product generation, and validation with AI-enhanced data product development in the cloud using containerized software development technology.
- Participate in the Space Weather Testbed, hosted at the NOAA/National Weather Service (NWS) / Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) in Boulder, CO.
- Interact with the space weather science, technology, and application communities to learn and evaluate emerging technology and capabilities.
- Contribute to relevant technical areas as needed and under senior staff's direction.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a BS, MS, or PhD (Preferred) in Space Physics, Astrophysics, Plasma Physics, Physics, Atmospheric Science, Satellite Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related scientific/engineering discipline.
- Familiarity with environmental, atmospheric, satellite, or geophysical datasets and associated data processing methodologies and techniques.
- Strong programming skills in Python and scientific computing libraries.
- Understanding of AI/ML techniques including data preparation, model training, validation, and predictive analytics.
- Interest in operational forecasting systems, Earth system science, or space weather applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently in a collaborative research and development environment.
- Availability to support at least 20 hours per week.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate degree in a related field.
- Hands-on experience with AI/ML methodologies and toolkits in data training and predictive model development; Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, or similar toolkits.
- Familiarity with cloud computing, Docker/containerized workflows, or DevOps methodologies.
- Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining containerized applications (e.g., Docker) on AWS cloud infrastructure (e.g., EC2, S3, and, Lambda).
- Familiarity with designing, implementing, and documenting RESTful web APIs, particularly using Python-based frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, or Django).
- Skilled with programming front-end, web-based, interactive geospatial visualizations of large scale scientific and non-scientific data stored in JASON, Zarr, and Netcdf formats using Leaflet, Javascript, HTML, and CSS.
- Experience with scientific visualization and large-scale data analysis.
- Background knowledge in heliophysics, ionospheric science, space weather modeling/forecasting, whole atmospheric modeling.
- Exposure to NOAA, NASA, or operational environmental data systems.
- Residence in or near the Boulder, Colorado area is strongly preferred.
- Strongly preferred to have residence in or near the Boulder, CO area.
Why Join IBSS?
This internship offers direct exposure to operational space weather forecasting and
next-generation environmental intelligence systems within one of the nation's leading
operational space weather environments.
Participants will gain hands-on experience working alongside scientists, engineers, and
operational forecasters contributing to NOAA mission-critical capabilities and future AI-
enabled forecasting systems.
This role is particularly well suited for candidates interested in:
- Space weather and heliophysics
- AI for environmental prediction
- Scientific software engineering
- Operational forecasting systems
- Research-to-Operations (R2O) transition
- NOAA/NASA mission applications
About IBSS Corp.
Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.
Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.
We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click
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If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition Department at
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