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Materials Science Division - Undergraduate Student Intern - Summer 2025

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

8d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Livermore

AI generated summary

  • You must be a college student in good standing in a related field, able to solve technical problems, communicate effectively, and work in teams, with PC skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • You will assist scientists in laboratory projects, conduct research with supervision, analyze data, and present findings through presentations.

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 an undergraduate degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or related field.
  • Ability to apply basic engineering, scientific, or physics 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.
  • Participate in research under close supervision in assigned area.
  • Gather and analyze the data or information in support of scientific research.
  • Presenting work through presentations.

FAQs

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

The pay range for this position is $22.80 - $31.00 hourly, and placement within this range is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

What degree programs are eligible for this internship?

Candidates must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.

Is there a GPA requirement for applicants?

Yes, we desire a GPA of 3.0 or above.

Will there be research projects involved?

Yes, interns will engage in practical research experience, working on projects in various scientific fields, including organic/inorganic synthesis, materials characterization, and computational chemistry.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

No security clearance is required, but if your assignment exceeds 179 days within a calendar year, you must undergo a Personal Identity Verification process.

What kind of supervision will interns have?

Interns will participate in research under close supervision in their assigned area.

Are there any specific restrictions based on citizenship?

Yes, candidates must comply with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which restricts access for citizens of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea without dual U.S. citizenship or permanent residence.

Is there a requirement for a post-offer drug test?

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

What benefits are included in this internship?

Benefits include holiday pay, sick leave accrual, individual 401(k) contributions, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

How can I report a potentially fraudulent job posting?

If you suspect a job posting may be fraudulent, do not respond. We encourage you to refer to our recruitment scams notice for more information.

Will I need to work with personal computers for this position?

Yes, applicants should have experience working with personal computers, including familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Science and technology on a mission

Science & Healthcare
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."​