Graduate Internship - Professional/Non-Technical

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory invites motivated graduate students to participate in a summer internship program in Los Alamos, NM. The role supports business and mission operations through project coordination, communications, HR and finance tasks, and documentation, with exposure to laboratory practices and workflows.

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited graduate program (minimum 12 credits), maintain at least a 3.2 GPA, and be able to provide transcripts and a personal statement.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program.
• Must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credits (or full-time equivalent).
• Entering first-year students must provide matriculation documentation.
• GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating meetings, calendars, and event logistics.
• Preparing presentations, reports, and other materials.
• Collecting, organizing, and summarizing information.
• Maintaining records, spreadsheets, databases, and shared files.
• Tracking assignments, deadlines, and project activities.
• Supporting communications with internal/external stakeholders.
• Assisting with program, project, and administrative processes.
• Conducting general research and presenting key findings.
• Documenting decisions and action items in meetings.
• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes.
• Collaborating with staff across teams.
• Completing a graduate-level project aligned with organizational needs.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communicatie

Critical thinking

Organization and time management

Attention to detail

Manage multiple assignments

Professionalism with sensitive info

Initiative

Adaptability and learning

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate program enrollment (minimum 12 credits)

GPA 3.2 on 4.0 scale

Accredited degree program enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

What You Will Do

This position supports the Laboratory's business and mission support operations by assisting with activities such as project coordination, communications, HR processes, finance tasks, planning, and general administrative services. The work typically involves organizing information, contributing to team workflows, helping maintain operational efficiency, and supporting managers or mentors through documentation, scheduling, and preparation of materials. Individuals in this position will apply foundational professional skills-including writing, communication, analysis, and organization-to advance the work of their groups while gaining exposure to laboratory systems, business practices, and the broader mission of the organization.

• Coordinating meetings, calendars, and event logistics
• Preparing presentations, reports, correspondence, and other materials
• Collecting, organizing, and summarizing information
• Maintaining records, spreadsheets, databases, and shared files
• Tracking assignments, deadlines, and project activities
• Supporting communications with internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting with program, project, and administrative processes
• Conducting general research and presenting key findings
• Participating in meetings and documenting decisions and action items
• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes
• Collaborating with staff across different teams and functional areas
• Completing a graduate-level project or deliverable aligned with organizational needs

Specific responsibilities will be based on the selected candidate's experience, interests, and the needs of the hosting organization.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting graduate program (not available to certificate-only or non-degree status).
• Must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent) in an accredited degree program (or international equivalent).
• Entering first-year students must provide documentation indicating matriculation into an appropriate degree program.
• Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Desired Qualifications:

Students selected for internships are most competitive when they possess the following knowledge and skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Critical thinking and sound judgment
• Organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience preparing reports, presentations, summaries, or other professional materials
• Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability and willingness to learn unfamiliar processes
• Professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information
• Initiative in identifying needs and proposing practical solutions
• Ability to receive and apply constructive feedback
• Interest in supporting program, policy, research, communications, or administrative activities
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace

No specialized technical background is required. Experience gained through coursework, research, employment, volunteer work, or student organizations may demonstrate these skills.

Work Environment:

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Note to Applicants:

Required Application Materials: When applying, candidates must attach a resume, personal statement (not to exceed one page), and their most recent transcripts (or evidence of having accepted an offer of admission if transcript is unavailable). Personal statements are most effective when they clearly indicate your research interests and highlight your most notable achievements and accomplishments. It should also explain how you have demonstrated the application of desired knowledge and skills in your previous academic and work experiences.

• Current resume
• Current official transcripts
• Personal statement of interest (not to exceed one page)

Important: The application is NOT complete without the 3 documents. Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents will not be considered for employment.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and most hiring decisions will have been made by mid-February 2027 for the summer.

Notes to Applicants: The application and required documents must be submitted by February 19, 2027.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.

If you experience any technical issues, please email [e-mail] for assistance.