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Materials Science Division - Graduate Student Intern - Summer 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Livermore

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate student or recent grad in chemistry/materials science, have strong academic performance, problem-solving skills, effective communication, and teamwork experience.
  • You will collaborate with scientists on lab projects, conduct independent research, perform technical tasks, and present findings through presentations and poster sessions.

Requirements

  • Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). See Additional Information section below for details.
  • Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree or a recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated academic achievement in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or related field.
  • Experience applying basic scientific principles to solve technical problems.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills.
  • Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
  • Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Work with scientists on projects involving hands-on work in a laboratory, computation, or data analysis.
  • Conduct research in assigned area, under limited direction and supervision.
  • Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and providing advanced technical support to scientist in scientific research and development projects.
  • Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.

FAQs

What is the pay range for the Graduate Student Intern position?

The pay range for this position is $6,620 - $8,040 monthly.

What kind of educational qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be a continuing college or university student pursuing a graduate degree or a recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, materials science, computational chemistry, or a related field.

What type of research will I be involved in as a Graduate Student Intern?

Interns will conduct research in areas such as organic/inorganic synthesis, materials characterization, electrochemistry, computational chemistry, nanoscale materials synthesis and characterization, and metallurgy.

Is there a GPA requirement to apply for this position?

Yes, a GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.

Are there opportunities for presenting my work during the internship?

Yes, interns are expected to present their work through presentations and/or poster sessions.

Will I need security clearance to work in this role?

No security clearance is required for this position, but if your assignment exceeds 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process.

What is the application process for this position?

Interested candidates can apply through the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory career page under "Find Your Job."

Do I need to pass a drug test to be hired?

Yes, external applicants selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test, including testing for marijuana.

Are there any restrictions on mobile devices while working at the Laboratory?

Yes, there are restrictions regarding mobile devices in Limited Areas, which may prohibit personal and laboratory mobile devices.

What should I do if I need a reasonable accommodation during the application process?

You can submit a request for a reasonable accommodation using the online form provided by the Laboratory.

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a premier applied science laboratory that is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration within the Department of Energy. LLNL's mission is strengthening national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond with vision, quality, integrity, and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance. The Laboratory's science and engineering are being applied to achieve breakthroughs for counterterrorism and nonproliferation, defense and intelligence, energy and environmental security. The world-class programs and capabilities at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory span one square mile, what many consider to be "the smartest square mile on Earth."​