Materials Engineering Division (MED): Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2026

LLNL•Livermore, CA

2d•$23 - $32

About The Position

We have multiple openings for undergraduate level students to engage in practical research to further their educational goals. You will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, optical engineering, advanced manufacturing, material science, data science, applied physics, bio-engineering, chemical engineering, ceramic engineering and processing, non-destructive evaluation, or other related fields. These positions are within the Materials Engineering Division (MED), within the Engineering Directorate. You will Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, optical engineering, material science, data science, applied physics, bio-engineering, non-destructive evaluation, advanced manufacturing, chemical engineering, ceramic engineering and processing, or other related fields, working with engineers, scientists, and technical staff members. Participate in research and/or projects in assigned area under close supervision. Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research. Present and communicate results to the research group. 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 engineering, physics, material science or a related field.
Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
Ability to 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

Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, optical engineering, material science, data science, applied physics, bio-engineering, non-destructive evaluation, advanced manufacturing, chemical engineering, ceramic engineering and processing, or other related fields, working with engineers, scientists, and technical staff members.
Participate in research and/or projects in assigned area under close supervision.
Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research.
Present and communicate results to the research group.
Attend relevant seminars.
Perform other duties as assigned.