Computing Undergraduate Student Intern: HPC Cluster Engineer Academy Internship Program

LLNL; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is offering an Undergraduate Student Intern position in the HPC Cluster Engineer Academy. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting HPC projects, working with scientists and engineers, and deploying clusters for real research efforts.

The internship emphasizes practical learning in computational science, cyber defense, and related STEM fields with a hybrid work option and a strong emphasis on seminars and presentations.

Qualifications

• Eligible to access LLNL under NDAA Section 3112 and able to meet internship requirements.
• Continuing college student pursuing an undergraduate STEM degree with GPA 3.0+.
• Able to adapt to challenging situations and solve technical problems.
• Proven communication skills and ability to present concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and research support for HPC projects with scientists and engineers.
• Engage in a project within assigned area under close supervision.
• Configure and deploy an HPC cluster for a technical project.
• Participate in project planning and evaluation discussions.
• Attend seminars weekly and present work via talks or posters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HPC

Python programming

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science

Data Science or related STEM fields

Tools

HPC Deployment

Job description

Computing Undergraduate Student Intern: HPC Cluster Engineer Academy Internship Program

• Intern
• Organization: Computing
• Category: Students
• Employee Referral Bonus: Not applicable
• Job Code 1: 705.1 Under Grad Student
• Pre-Employment Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
• Pre-Placement Medical Exam: Not applicable
• Position Type: Student Intern
• Security Clearance: None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation)

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Positions will close to applicants on January 15, 2027. Computing mentors will have until February 5, 2027 to make their Summer selections

Internship Dates:

May 17, 2027 - August 6, 2027

May 24, 2027 - August 13, 2027

We have multiple openings for our Summer HPC Cluster Engineer Academy Internship Program.These positions are for undergraduate students who will be given the opportunity to engage in practical application of High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems to further their educational goals. Selected interns will play a key role in providing technical and/or research support to projects in areas such as computational science, cyber defense, computer science, numerical methods, mathematics, and other related STEM disciplines.

Depending on your assignment, this position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week.

You will

• Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of computational science, cyber defense, computer science, numerical methods, mathematics, and other related STEM disciplines, working with scientists, engineers, and technical staff members.
• Participate in a project in assigned areaunder close supervision.
• Configured and deploy a HPC cluster for use with a technical project.
• Participate in project planning and evaluation discussions.
• Attend relevant seminars (at least one per week).
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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 Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, or other related STEM fields. If you are starting a graduate degree program in Summer 2027, you must apply for the Computing Scholar Graduate position (Posting code: REF8773S).
• Proven ability to adapt and thrive in challenging situations, demonstrating resilience and problem-solving skills to achieve goals while overcoming setbacks.
• Ability to apply basic computational science and/or mathematical principles to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
• Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Age 18 or older at the start of the internship.
• Must have GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Pay Range
$23.26 - $31.62 Hourly for the 705.1 level
$26.22 - $33.38 Hourly for the 714 level
This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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None required.However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check.

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities. The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position. To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the useand/or possession ofmobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area whereyou are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile devicein your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Ifyou useamedical device, whichpairs with a mobile device,you must still follow the rules concerningthe mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities requireseparate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Reasonable Accommodation

Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.

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