Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts Intern - Summer 2027

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Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Paid holiday time off

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory's Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts internship in Idaho Falls offers hands-on exposure to molten-salt chemistry, thermal property measurement, and materials characterization. You will assist with experiments, data analysis, and documentation under the team on a 4x10 onsite schedule.

Start date and duration vary by project and student availability; course credit may be possible.

Qualifications

• Enrolled full- or part-time in an undergraduate or master’s program.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Subject to DOE O 142.3B access requirements for foreign nationals.
• Submit current resume/CV with application.
• Include unofficial transcripts and current class schedule/credits.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D in molten-salt chemistry, thermal property measurement, and materials characterization.
• Assist with experiments, data analysis, and documentation.
• Work under team guidance in a 4x10 onsite schedule.

Education

Undergraduate or Master degree program

Minimum 3.0 GPA

DOE access program requirements

Current resume/CV

Unofficial transcripts

Current class schedule with credits

Job description

Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts Intern - Summer 2027

Idaho Falls, ID, United States (On-site)

Job Description

In this internship you will support ongoing R&D in molten‑salt chemistry, thermal property measurement, and materials characterization within the MFC Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts group. In this role you will assist with experiments, data analysis, and documentation.

Reporting to the Advanced Technology of Molten Salts team. This team works a 4x10 schedule onsite at our Materials and Fuels Complex. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability. You may be eligible for course credit for this internship if approved by your university.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled full time in an Undergraduate degree program or Master degree program at an accredited college/university studying Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or closely related.
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Applicants are subject to the requirements of DOE O 142.3B, Unclassified Foreign National Access Program.
• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits

Compensation and Benefits

• Undergraduate Internships ($26.94/hour - $32.41/hour)
• Masters Internships ($35.34/hour - $37.73/hour)
• Multi-Level: Internships are typically multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.

Physical requirement

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us

Benefits and Relocation

• Paid holiday time off
• Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2187
• Job Category 14-Internship
• Posting Date 10/19/2026, 03:38 PM
• Apply Before 11/02/2026, 07:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Regular or Temporary Temporary
• Locations 2525 Fremont Ave, Idaho Falls, ID, 83415, US (On-site)