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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Weapons Engineering Undergraduate Intern

Los Alamos, NM

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking summer undergraduate engineering interns to contribute to various subdisciplines within the Weapons Engineering Directorate, providing students with practical experience and professional development opportunities.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and test complex mechanical, fluid, and thermal systems, including vacuum, cryogenic, and pressure environments

Support additive manufacturing, materials processing, and design optimization using computational and experimental methods

Design and program robotic systems, automation platforms, and process control solutions to enhance safety, precision, and efficiency

Assist in developing electrical hardware, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems for high-precision testing and diagnostics

Apply numerical and probabilistic methods to model physical phenomena, structural response, and system behavior under varied conditions

Participate in the design, setup, and operation of experiments and qualification tests to verify system performance and reliability

Conduct assembly support, non-destructive evaluation, and data analysis to assess component integrity and confirm design intent

Contribute to the design, analysis, and integration of complex systems throughout their lifecycle to ensure safety, reliability, and mission success

Engage in digital design, modeling, and data management initiatives that strengthen collaboration and lifecycle traceability

Support development of model-based systems engineering approaches and explore innovative tools such as artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced computational methods to enhance future engineering capabilities

Qualification

Mechanical Systems EngineeringComputational ModelingAutomationControlsSystems EngineeringLaboratory ExperienceTechnical ProficiencyResults OrientationInnovative ThinkingCommunication SkillsTeamworkGrowth Mindset

Required

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program

Must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters or the quarter system equivalent

Must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.2 on a 4.0 scale

Must submit a Cover Letter that explicitly references your interest in the Weapons Engineering Directorate and details your relevant academic and work experiences, knowledge, skills, and abilities

Must submit a Resume that includes dates for all related experience

Must submit a Current Transcript that includes all grades earned up to the time of application and may be unofficial

Preferred

Foundational knowledge and practical experience in one or more areas such as mechanical or thermal systems, manufacturing, automation and controls, computational modeling, testing, or systems engineering

Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to safety while conducting hands-on work in laboratory or technical environments

Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a professional or technical setting

Demonstrated initiative and persistence in achieving goals within complex organizational and technical environments

Working knowledge of relevant computer systems, software tools, and data management applications

Ability to apply creativity and problem-solving skills to develop effective, practical solutions to complex challenges

Enthusiasm for collaboration, openness to mentorship, and a desire to learn and expand technical and professional capabilities