Lynker is seeking multiple Interns to join Lynker for the summer

of 2025, to assist Lynker in supporting the National Data Buoy Center,
(NDBC) to provide quality meteorological and oceanographic observations in the marine
environment to support predictions of changes in ocean and coastal weather to enhance
Maritime Safety.  NDBC designs, engineers, fabricates/integrates, tests, deploys,
maintains/repairs 4 worldwide buoy systems including Weather Buoy Stations, Coastal
Observation (C-MAN) stations, Tropical Atmosphere-Ocean Array (TAO) systems, and Deep-
Ocean Assessment and Reporting of Tsunami (DART) stations.  The program also performs
data analysis/storage/dissemination (via website/other means) of related weather and
environmental data from these systems (25%) and other sources (75%) of in-situ weather
data, Logistics, Information Technology/Data Administration, and Programming. 
As part of our contract supporting NDBC at Stennis Space Center (SSC), MS, we are seeking
motivated students enrolled in an Bachelor’s, or Master’s Degree program in an
Engineering, Technology, Science, Math, or other related field to participate in a Paid
Summer Intern Program over the Summer of 2025.

Paid internships of up to 40 hours per week for 10-12 weeks are being offered during the
months of May through August 2025 (other workload profiles/timeframes and unpaid time
off can be accommodated). Participation will be on-site NDBC at Stennis Space Center, MS.
Students enrolled in a degree program (and entering the final half of the degree program in
Summer/Fall 2025 for Bachelor’s degree students) in the above or other
related technical fields are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities and What to Expect for the NDBC Internship:

As part of this exciting and rewarding program, participants will be exposed to all facets of
NDBC operations and be assigned a Mentor from the NDBC function that best aligns with
your field of study. Under the Mentor’s guidance, participants will be integrated into day-to-
day NDBC operations and will be assigned real-time NDBC project(s) and/or as a member of
a project team contributing to the NDBC Mission.

NDBC Team employees are from various fields including:

Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Software, Marine, Systems)
Meteorology/Atmospheric Science
Oceanography/Ocean Science
Information Technology (Systems Administration, Help Desk, Database Management)
Software Development
Data Processing and Analysis
Earth Sciences
Physical Sciences
Electronics
Instrumentation
Machining, Welding, Coatings, Marine Mooring Construction

Requirements of the NDBC Internship include the following:

 Be enrolled in an Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree program (declared
major and entering the final half of the degree program in Summer/Fall 2025 for 

Bachelor’s degree students) in Engineering, Technology, Science,
Math, or another related field.
 Be a United States Citizen or possess a United States Permanent Resident Card
(“Green Card”)
 Must be able to successfully pass a NOAA background investigation for SSC
site/NOAA system access

NOTES:

Nominal work schedule is M-F from 8AM to 5:00 PM (CST). Federal Holidays (Memorial

Day, Juneteenth, and 4 the of July) are observed.

Pay rate is $20.00 per hour (subject to standard Federal/State withholdings) up to 40 hours

per week for 10-12 weeks.

(Paid internships will not include additional funding/reimbursement for travel/living

expenses or Health and Welfare Benefits

Stennis Space Center, MS is at least 5-10 miles from the nearest town/city without
public transportation – a vehicle will necessary to travel to/from Stennis Space Center.
Please state your availability dates (including any planned vacations,
commitments, etc. during your available dates) as part of your application.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.