Mentored Technical and Professional Internship Spring 2027

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Oak Ridge (TN); Hybrid; USD 34,125 - 43,225; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly stipend

Housing allowance

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) offers the Technical and Professional Internships (TPI) program, giving students and recent graduates mentorship to manage and operate research projects across various professional fields. The program includes a supervised learning environment within ORNL’s premier facility in Oak Ridge, TN.

Appointments run 16–19 weeks in spring, with possible 12‑month opportunities for recent grads; positions may be conducted virtually or on-site in Oak Ridge, TN, with a

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) at the time of application.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; education and discipline requirements apply.
• Discipline areas list includes engineering, sciences, and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Mentored by ORNL staff to support research projects and activities.
• Full‑time participation for 16–19 weeks (with possible 12‑month option for recent graduates).
• Appointments may be virtual or on‑site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctoral Degree

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) offers the Technical and Professional Internships (TPI) program, giving students and recent graduates mentorship to manage and operate research projects across various professional fields. The program includes a supervised learning environment within ORNL’s premier facility in Oak Ridge, TN.

Appointments run 16–19 weeks in spring, with possible 12‑month opportunities for recent grads; positions may be conducted virtually or on-site in Oak Ridge, TN, with a