Materials Science and Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
This Summer 2027 internship offers hands-on experience in microstructural characterization using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and mechanical property evaluation through tensile testing. The intern will contribute to data analysis and interpretation, prepare formal technical reports, and co-author content for journal publication. The position reports to the Irradiated Fuels and Materials team, which works a 9x80s schedule onsite at the Idaho Falls Campus. The internship start date and duration vary based on project and student availability. Course credit may be available if approved by the student's university.
Requirements
- Be enrolled full time in a Doctorate degree program at an accredited college or university, studying Materials Science or a closely related engineering field.
- Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
- Be authorized to work in the U.S., including through CPT or OPT.
- Provide a current resume or CV.
- Provide unofficial transcripts that include current and completed degree programs.
- Provide a current class schedule and number of credits.
Responsibilities
- Conduct microstructural characterization using scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
- Evaluate mechanical properties through tensile testing.
- Contribute to data analysis and interpretation.
- Prepare formal technical reports.
- Co-author content for journal publication.
Benefits
- Paid holiday time off.
- Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns.
- Course credit may be available if approved by the student's university.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
