Critical Infrastructure Analysis Undergraduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute - Summer 2027

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site internship

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) invites undergraduate students to join the Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute (CSI) for 2027. The program focuses on critical infrastructure security and resilience aligned with LLNL’s national security missions.

Start dates range from May 17, 2027, to June 21, 2027, with flexible end dates through September 24, 2027. The internship offers hands-on projects, mentorship from lab scientists, and opportunities to network with interns and

Qualifications

• Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing pursuing an undergraduate degree in Engineering or related fields.
• Ability to apply basic problem-solving techniques and analytical principles to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in scientific or engineering curriculum.
• Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve technical problems.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated exposure to topics such as machine learning, risk/decision analysis, infrastructure modeling/simulation, threat/hazard modeling, data analysis, open-source research and analysis, systems engineering, operations research, and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and/or research support to projects in critical infrastructure analysis, modeling, simulation, cybersecurity, and related fields with scientists and engineers.
• Support development, testing, and documentation of LLNL methodologies and capabilities.
• Participate in research under supervision in areas like risk/decision analysis, infrastructure modeling, threat/hazard modeling, data analysis, and systems engineering.
• Perform technical assignments of basic complexity and support scientific projects.
• Attend on-site seminars and training classes (at least one per week).
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Machine learning exposure

Education

Undergraduate Engineering degree

Job description

Critical Infrastructure Analysis Undergraduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute - Summer 2027

Internship | Intern
Students | Livermore, CA | 11/03/2026
Reference #: REF8934L
Job Code: 705.1 Under Grad Student
Organization: Engineering
Position Type: Student Intern
Security Clearance: None, but work must be performed by a U.S. person (e.g., U.S. citizen or permanent resident and certain others). Also, assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation.
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable

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.

Job Description

We have multiple openings for undergraduate students to join the Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute (CSI) and to work on topics related to critical infrastructure security and resilience that align with LLNL’s national security missions. The 2027 CSI program will run during the summer with a range of start dates between May 17, 2027, and June 21, 2027, and flexible end dates through September 24, 2027. CSI is designed to provide selected candidates an opportunity to apply their skills to projects in areas of national importance such as critical infrastructure risk analysis and security, energy infrastructure modernization and resilience, and defense critical infrastructure. The program will include opportunities to participate in professional and technical development activities with lab Subject Matter Experts, network with fellow interns and lab employees, and learn about the breadth of LLNL’s support to US national security.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

You will

• Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of critical infrastructure analysis, modeling, and simulation; cybersecurity; andother related fields working with scientists, engineers, and technical staff members.
• Support development, testing, and documentation of Laboratory methodologies and capabilities.
• Participate in research under close supervision in one or more of the following areas, as assigned:
  • risk and/or decision analysis
  • infrastructure modeling and/or simulation
  • threat and/or hazard modeling
  • data analysis
  • open-source research and analysis
  • systems engineering
  • system decomposition
  • operations research and/or optimization
  • Super Intelligence (SI) previously know as artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning
• Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide technical support to scientists in scientific research and development projects.
• Attend relevant on-site seminars and training classes (at least one per week).
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in Engineering or other related fields. If you are graduating with your bachelor's degree in Spring 2027 and/or starting a graduate degree program in Fall 2027, you will need to apply for Critical Infrastructure Analysis Graduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute position.
• Ability to apply basic problem-solving techniques and/or analytical principles to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in scientific or engineering curriculum.
• Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve technical problems.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following topics: machine learning and super intelligence; risk and/or decision analysis; infrastructure modeling and/or simulation; threat and/or hazard modeling; data analysis; open-source research and analysis; systems engineering; system decomposition; operations research and/or optimization.

Desired Qualifications

• GPA of 3.0 or above.

Pay Range

$23.26 - $31.62 Hourly

This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

Additional Information

#LI-Onsite

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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None required. However, this position involves U.S. Export Control; this work must be performed by a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. national, or U.S. protected individual (e.g., refugee, asylee)).

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. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals).

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.

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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.

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