Materials and Chemistry Institute (MaCI) Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Sick leave accrual

401(k) contributions

Job summary

LLNL invites graduate students and recent graduates to engage in practical research across chemistry, materials science and related fields. Positions are in the Materials Science Division of the Materials and Chemistry Institute.

Candidates pursue a graduate degree or hold a bachelor’s/master’s in chemistry, materials science, computational chemistry, or related field, and must show strong academic achievement and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing graduate degree or recent graduate in chemistry, materials science, computational chemistry, or related field.
• Strong academic achievement in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or related field.
• Experience applying basic scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with scientists on projects involving hands-on lab work, computation, or data analysis.
• Conduct research in assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
• Perform technical assignments with basic complexity and provide support to scientists.
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Computer literacy

Presentation

Education

Graduate degree student

Bachelor's or Master's in chemistry/materials science

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into worldchanging 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 forgraduate students and for students who have received a bachelor's or master's degreeto engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals.You will conduct research in the following scientific fields: organic/inorganic synthesis, analytical, computational, materials characterization, actinide materials, optical materials science; electrochemistry; materials chemistry and physics; computational chemistry and materials science; nanoscale materials synthesis and characterization and metallurgy. These positions are in Materials Science Division in the Materials and Chemistry Institute.

Application Deadline: February 19, 2027

You will

• Workwith scientists on projects involving hands-on work in a laboratory, computation, or data analysis.
• Conduct research in assigned area, under limited direction and supervision.
• Performtechnical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and providing advanced technical support to scientist in scientific research and development projects.
• Presentwork 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 a graduate degree or a recent graduate with a bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or related field.
• Experience applying basic scientific 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.

Qualifications We Desire

• Broad knowledge of chemistry and materials.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

Pay

$23.26 - $31.62

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

Additional Information

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

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Holiday Pay
• Sick leave accrual
• Individual 401(k) contributions
• Our values - visithttps://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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.

CaliforniaPrivacy Notice

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitlesjob applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.