Irradiation Testing Instrumentation Support Intern - Summer 2027

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday time off

Travel reimbursement for eligible- du

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking an undergraduate or technical college student for an Irradiation Testing Instrumentation Support Intern position in Idaho Falls. The role involves instrument design, testing in a lab, and operating equipment such as an autoclave during an in-core irradiation experiment.

The internship reports to the Fuel Development, Performance & Qualification team and follows a 9x80s schedule on-site.

Qualifications

• Enrolled full time in a vocational/Technical College or undergraduate program in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT/OPT).
• Current resume or CV and unofficial transcripts.
• Current class schedule and credits.

Responsibilities

• Support an in-core irradiation experiment at ATR with instrument design and testing.
• Work in lab environment including use of an autoclave.
• Collaborate with Fuel Development, Performance and Qualification team on onsite tasks.

Skills

Instrumentation

Control systems

Data acquisition

CAD design

Education

Electrical Engineering degree program

Job description

Irradiation Testing Instrumentation Support Intern - Summer 2027

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

Job Description

This internship will support an in-core irradiation experiment at ATR. The main tasks include instrument design and testing in a lab environment, including using an autoclave.

Reporting to the Fuel Development, Performance and Qualification team. This team works a 9x80s schedule onsite at our Idaho Falls Campus. 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 a vocational/Technical College degree program or an Undergraduate degree program at an accredited college/university studying Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT)
• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits

The ideal candidate will possess

• Experience or coursework with instrumentation, control, data acquisition system, CAD design

Compensation and Benefits

• Undergraduate Internships ($26.94/hour - $32.41/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 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 at [e-mail] to request accommodation.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2226
• Job Category 14-Internship
• Posting Date 10/26/2026, 10:19 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)
• Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate $26.94/hour
• Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate $32.41/hour
• Shift 9-80s
• Work Org C620-FUEL DEVELOPMENT, PERFORMANCE & QUALIFICATION