NSIP Undergraduate Tech Intern - Nuclear, Chemistry, & Biological Technology

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory • Helena, MT

412d • $33,800 - $54,080

About The Position

The NSIP Undergraduate Tech Intern position at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) focuses on providing undergraduate students with hands-on experience in national security, energy, and scientific research. Interns will engage in research and development activities aimed at preventing and countering terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, specifically in the fields of nuclear, chemistry, and biological technologies. The internship offers opportunities to work in various focus areas, including applied radiation detection, analytical chemistry, nuclear material processing, and more, while contributing to the laboratory's mission of enhancing national security.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma/GED or higher.
• Must be a degree-seeking undergraduate student enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Must be taking at least 6 credit hours and have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.30.

Nice To Haves

• Disciplines of interest include acoustics, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics, chemistry, chemical engineering, computational chemistry, computer science, criminal justice, electrical engineering, forensic analysis, geospatial analysis, intelligence & security studies, material science, mechanical engineering, microbiology, nuclear engineering, nuclear nonproliferation, nuclear physics, particle physics, radiochemistry, software engineering, and terrorism.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research and development projects related to national security, energy, and science.
• Engage in hands-on work in one of seven focus areas: Applied Radiation Detection, Analytical Chemistry & Instrumentation, Chemical and Biological Signatures, Nuclear Material Processing, Nuclear Engineering, Radiochemistry, and Nuclear Signatures.
• Collaborate with experienced researchers and contribute to innovative solutions for national security challenges.
• Conduct experiments and analyze data to support the development of new technologies and methodologies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• 401k savings plan
• Company funded pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED