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National Security Engineering Division Undergraduate Student Intern - Summer 2025

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

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  • You must be a full-time college student with a 3.5+ GPA in engineering, physics, or computer science, possess technical project experience, and have strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • You will assist with research, analyze data, use software tools, attend seminars, and present findings while collaborating with engineers and scientists on various technical assignments.

Requirements

  • Must be a college or university student in good academic standing enrolled in an accredited institution pursuing an associates or bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, computer science or a related field.
  • A sustained record of outstanding academic performance.
  • Ability to work full time for ten to twelve weeks during your internship.
  • Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
  • Communication skills necessary to communicate research project(s), document work and give a technical talk/presentation.
  • Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
  • Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
  • Experience working with computers and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • GPA of 3.5 or above.
  • Technical project experience.
  • Familiarity with tools associated to your field of study.

Responsibilities

  • Perform technical and/or research assignments in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computational engineering, nuclear and chemical engineering, or other related fields, working directly with engineers, scientists and technical mentors.
  • Participate in research in assigned area, under close supervision.
  • Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research.
  • Utilize standard software packages common in your discipline to complete common tasks.
  • Attend relevant seminars and facility tours.
  • Ability to conduct research and present and communicate concepts and ideas including research project(s), document and present work results through technical presentations and/or poster sessions.
  • Present and communicate results to research group.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for ten to twelve weeks during the summer of 2025.

What educational qualifications are required for the National Security Engineering Division Undergraduate Student Intern position?

Applicants must be college or university students in good academic standing, enrolled in an accredited institution, and pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or a related field.

Is there a specific GPA requirement for applicants?

While a general GPA of 3.5 or above is desired, all qualified candidates will be considered without regard to their GPA.

Will I be required to work full-time during the internship?

Yes, candidates must be able to work full-time for ten to twelve weeks during the internship period.

Are there any specific software skills required for the position?

Yes, candidates should have experience working with computers and familiarity with standard software packages, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Will I receive any training during the internship?

Yes, interns will perform technical and research assignments under close supervision and will have the opportunity to participate in relevant seminars and facility tours.

Is a security clearance required for this internship?

No security clearance is required for this position; however, if the internship exceeds 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, a Personal Identity Verification process must be completed.

Will I be tested for drugs as part of the hiring process?

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

What kind of projects will I work on during the internship?

Interns will provide technical and research support on projects related to electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computational engineering, nuclear and chemical engineering, or other related fields.

How does the company support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of its employees, which is essential for innovation and creativity.

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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."​