Seaborg Institute Nuclear Science and Security Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2026

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory•Livermore, CA

71d•$23 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

We have multiple openings for undergraduate level students to engage in practical experience to further their educational goals. You will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of actinide and materials science, radiochemistry, isotopic analysis, radiation detection, nuclear engineering, nuclear forensics, or other related fields. These positions are within the Glenn T. Seaborg Institute (GTSI) internship program. You will Work with engineers, scientists, and technical staff members to provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of actinide and materials science, radiochemistry, isotopic analysis, radiation detection, nuclear engineering, and nuclear forensics in order to strengthen the pipeline for these scientific disciplines. Participate in research in assigned area, under close supervision. Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research. Present/communicate results to research group. Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity. Attend relevant seminars. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). See Additional Information section below for details.
Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in physics, chemistry, geology and geochemistry, nuclear engineering, chemical engineering or environmental sciences, or a related field.
Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
Ability to participate in research and present and communicate concepts and ideas including research project(s), document work and give a technical talk/presentation.
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

Work with engineers, scientists, and technical staff members to provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of actinide and materials science, radiochemistry, isotopic analysis, radiation detection, nuclear engineering, and nuclear forensics in order to strengthen the pipeline for these scientific disciplines.
Participate in research in assigned area, under close supervision.
Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research.
Present/communicate results to research group.
Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity.
Attend relevant seminars.
Perform other duties as assigned.