Physics Division Undergraduate Internship - Summer 2027

LLNL•Livermore, CA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has multiple openings for undergraduate students to gain practical research experience and further their educational goals. Interns participate in projects led by LLNL scientists in the Physics Division of the Physical & Life Sciences Directorate. Research opportunities include Applied Physics (Optical and X-Ray Imaging, Astrophysics and Planetary Science, including laboratory-based and observational work, and Space Science Vehicles & Sensors) and Condensed Matter Physics (Theory, Modeling & Simulation, Experimental Static & Dynamic High Pressure Physics, and Quantum Computing & Sensing). Summer internships are typically three months long and start between May and July 2027. Depending on the assignment, the position may offer a hybrid schedule, combining in-person and virtual work, with the possibility of working from home one or more days per week. Applications close at close of business on January 31, 2027. Candidates graduating with a BS before the internship starts are directed to apply for the Physics Division Graduate Internship posting. Interns work under the close direction and supervision of scientists, conduct research and scientific assignments at an appropriate level of complexity, collaborate on research and development projects, analyze results, provide weekly updates, and present their work through presentations and/or poster sessions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Must be a continuing student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a field of science, engineering, or an equivalent.
Demonstrated academic achievement in Physics or a related field.
Ability to apply basic physics principles to solve technical problems.
Demonstrated effective communication skills.
Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
Knowledge in Materials Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Applied Sciences.
Familiarity with modern computer-based data analysis approaches, and with summarizing and presenting results.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Work with scientists conducting research in experiments, theory, modeling and simulation, and materials modelling.
Conduct research in assigned areas under close direction and supervision.
Perform scientific assignments at an appropriate level of complexity.
Collaborate on scientific research and development projects.
Analyze results and provide weekly updates.
Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.