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Physics World · 2 months ago

Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2026

Livermore, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22.80/hr - $31/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is dedicated to strengthening the United States' security through innovative solutions. The role involves providing technical and research support in various areas of nuclear and chemical sciences while gaining practical experience to further educational goals.

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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

Participate in research in assigned area under close supervision

Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research

Present/communicate results to research group

Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity

Attend relevant seminars

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PhysicsChemistryComputational ChemistryMaterial SciencesComputer ScienceMicrosoft OfficeEffective Interpersonal SkillsTeamworkTechnical Presentation

Required

Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in physics, material sciences, computer science, chemistry, or a related field

Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems

Ability to participate in 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

Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint