Metallic Internship Coordinator

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,750 - 94,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Work from home flexibility

Collaborative workplace environment

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for a position focused on developing work-based learning programs for STEM students. The role requires designing programs, recruiting participants, and coordinating with national labs to enhance student experiences.

With a strong emphasis on organizational skills and program coordination experience, applicants will engage with a diverse range of students while managing multiple deadlines.

A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field is essential, and the position is sold at a competitive salary range with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional experience in program coordination or educational program support.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver work-based learning programs.
• Organize and coordinate the METALLIC internship program.
• Assist with onboarding and ensure alignment with program goals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data tracking and reporting

Experience with recruitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online application systems

Cloud-based collaborative tools

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting world‑class research to address the nation's energy, environmental, and security challenges.

The University Student Program Team within Institutional Partnerships supports the development of the next generation STEM workforce through work‑based learning experiences for over 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students annually.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver work‑based learning programs for undergraduate, master’s and PhD students, lead participant recruitment and tracking, and coordinate with other national laboratories to ensure a seamless experience.
• Organize and coordinate all aspects of the METALLIC internship program for undergraduate, master’s and PhD students.
• Assist with onboarding, orientation, and cohort activities for program participants, scheduling and tracking deliverables, and ensuring program activities align with METALLIC’s goals.
• Act as a resource for students, helping them navigate their learning experience and connect with mentors.
• Assist in hands‑on creation of student experiences that include skill development at national labs, industry, and higher education institutions.
• Support recruitment efforts to attract students from regional and national academic institutions.
• Maintain relationships with other METALLIC labs and strategic university partners by coordinating cross‑lab collaborations and industry engagement activities and providing logistical support for visits to other labs and industry sites for program participants.
• Track program metrics such as participant counts, deliverables, and feedback summaries; and prepare quarterly updates and annual summaries for program reporting.
• Work as a hybrid position requiring on‑site presence a minimum of 2–3 days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a STEM field or related field, with at least 2+ years of professional experience in program coordination, educational program support, or a related role within a research, academic, or STEM‑focused environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Knowledge of and experience in coordinating programs for university students and proficiency in data tracking and reporting tools.
• Experience with participant recruitment, outreach, or student services in a higher‑education or research setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and support diverse participant populations.
• Proficiency in using online application systems, cloud‑based collaborative tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience or familiarity with AI capabilities a plus but not required.
• Experience working within a high‑functioning matrixed team and a dynamic environment managing multiple deadlines.
• Ability to participate in occasional evening and weekend programming.
• Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• Familiarity with the critical minerals and materials supply chain or related industries is a plus.
• Formal and informal teaching experience not required but a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected hiring range for this position is $60,750.00 – $94,770.00. Pay is determined based on scope of responsibilities, qualifications, and market conditions. The position includes comprehensive benefits as part of the total rewards package.

All Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to background checks and may be required to obtain a government access authorization. Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of these checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Argonne National Laboratory is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery. Argonne encourages all qualified applicants to apply. All applications are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.