NHS Workforce Development Pathways Intern - Summer 2027

Idaho National Laboratory•Idaho Falls, ID

11d•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The NHS Workforce Development Pathways Intern will support the National Security Workforce Development Programs team and multiple divisions within the National and Homeland Security Directorate. These divisions include Wireless Communications, Nuclear Non-Proliferation, Defense Systems, Critical Infrastructure Security & Resilience, and the Cybercore Integration Center. The team works a 9x80 schedule at the Idaho Falls Campus. Internship start dates and duration vary based on the project and student availability. The role is intended for full-time undergraduate or master’s students in relevant technical fields. Applicants must provide a current resume or CV, unofficial transcripts showing current and completed degree programs, and their current class schedule and number of credits. Applicants are subject to DOE O 124.3B requirements concerning the Unclassified Foreign National Access Program. Compensation varies by degree level: undergraduate internships pay $26.94–$32.41 per hour; master’s internships pay $35.34–$37.73 per hour; PhD internships pay $36.83–$39.33 per hour before candidacy and $38.65–$41.29 per hour after candidacy. These are typically multi-level postings, with placement at the appropriate level based on degree field and education level. The position’s physical duties frequently involve standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, handling materials, manipulating tools, typing, reaching, and operating job-related equipment. Occasional lifting or moving of up to 35 pounds without assistance is required. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity are required to perform essential functions and interact with people. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Be an undergraduate or master’s student enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university.
Study Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
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.
Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment.
Meet the requirements of DOE O 124.3B, Unclassified Foreign National Access Program.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment at INL.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given, as part of the SUPER agreement, to students enrolled in a Boise State University program aligned with National and Homeland Security or Cybersecurity.