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Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division Graduate Intern - Summer 2025

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

23d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate student or recent grad in physics, materials science, or related field, with problem-solving skills, PC proficiency, research experience, and strong teamwork abilities.
  • You will support research in computational chemistry and nuclear sciences, analyze data, present findings, assist scientists, attend seminars, and undertake other assigned duties.

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 physics, material sciences, computer science or a related field.
  • Experience applying advanced engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
  • Academic achievement in a scientific or engineering curriculum.
  • Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to conduct research and present and communicate concepts and ideas including research project(s), document work and give a technical talk/presentation.
  • Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Work with engineers, scientists, and technical staff members to provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of computational chemistry and physics, radiochemistry, nuclear and particle physics, nuclear theory and modeling, nuclear forensics, or other related fields.
  • Conduct research in assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
  • Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research.
  • Present/communicate results to research group.
  • Perform technical assignments of an advanced degree of complexity and provide advanced technical support to scientist in scientific research and development projects.
  • Attend relevant seminars.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division Graduate Intern - Summer 2025.

What type of candidates are eligible for this internship?

Candidates must be graduate level students or recent graduates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in physics, material sciences, computer science, or a related field.

What research areas will interns be involved in?

Interns will provide support in areas such as Chemical and Isotopic Signatures, Computational Nuclear Physics, Experimental Nuclear Physics, Forensic Science & Assessments, Nuclear Security Physics, and others related to nuclear and chemical sciences.

What are the expected responsibilities of the intern?

Intern responsibilities include working with engineers and scientists on research projects, conducting research, gathering and analyzing data, presenting results, and providing advanced technical support.

What is the pay range for this internship?

The pay range for this internship is $6,620 to $8,040 monthly.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

No security clearance is required, but if the internship exceeds 179 days, a Personal Identity Verification process will be necessary.

What is the policy on drug testing for this position?

External applicants must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, due to federal regulations.

Are there any location restrictions for eligible candidates?

Candidates from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence are generally prohibited from accessing specific areas of the Laboratory as per the National Defense Authorization Act.

Will the interns have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, interns will attend relevant seminars and may participate in other training opportunities to gain experience.

How can applicants identify fraudulent job postings?

Applicants are advised that LLNL never extends offers without a personal interview and does not charge fees for job applications. They should refer to the LLNL career page for legitimate job openings.

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Science and technology on a mission

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Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1952
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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."​