Chemistry & Chemical Engineering Internship Summer 2027

Naval Nuclear Laboratory • West Mifflin, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Naval Nuclear Laboratory has internship opportunities for college students to spend the summer of 2027 getting great work experience, in great locations, supporting the world's greatest Navy. NNL is seeking Chemistry/Chemical Engineering students for our 2027 summer internship program! NNL Summer Technical Internships offer you an immersive professional experience in your field of study. You have the opportunity to work directly with world class engineers, scientists, researchers, and technicians who will provide you with real-world experience and mentorship. We work with state-of-the-art techniques researching and developing new technologies and concepts; designing and testing software, components or integrated systems; developing models and performing data analysis; supporting operations and developing process controls and procedures. At NNL you are a part of a team working on deliverables that have a direct impact on the Navy’s nuclear fleet.

Requirements

• Pursuing Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related BS, MS or PhD degrees from an accredited college or university
• Must have completed at least first full year of college by May 2027
• Enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout this internship
• Students must attach most recent unofficial college transcripts and resume (including anticipated graduation date) to the employment application.
• All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.
• All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707.

Nice To Haves

• Cumulative minimum GPA 3.0/4.0
• Prior related internship, co-op or work experience (paid or volunteer)
• Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD) or Naval Nuclear Program experience

Responsibilities

• Researching and developing new technologies and concepts
• Designing and testing software, components or integrated systems
• Developing models and performing data analysis
• Supporting operations
• Developing process controls and procedures

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plans: 401(k) Plan with company match
• Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) with company contribution
• Flexible work schedules
• 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off)
• Hybrid work schedule may be available
• Stipend for qualified applicants (school and home address must be >50 miles from assigned work location)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern