National Security Engineering Division (NSED) Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2027

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) invites undergraduates in engineering, physics, and computer science to join the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) for a hands-on summer internship in 2027.

You will work directly with engineers, scientists, and mentors on research topics spanning electrical, mechanical, computational, and nuclear engineering, contributing to national security projects.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a college/university student pursuing an associates or bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, computer science or a related field.
• A sustained record of outstanding academic performance.
• Ability to work full time for ten to twelve weeks during your internship.
• Communication skills to present research results and technical talks.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and/or research assignments in electrical, mechanical, computational, nuclear, or related engineering fields.
• Participate in research in assigned area under supervision.
• Gather and analyze data in support of scientific research.
• Utilize standard software packages common in your discipline for routine tasks.
• Attend seminars and facility tours.
• Present and communicate results to the research group.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Computational engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/physics/computer science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

National Security Engineering Division (NSED) Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2027

Reference #: REF8719V
Job Code: 705.1 Under Grad Student / 714.0 Intern Nonexempt
Organization: Engineering
Position Type: Student Intern
Security Clearance: None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation)
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing 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

The National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate has multiple openings for continuing undergraduate students in the engineering, physics, and computer science fields. Successful candidates will gain practical research experience to further educational goals, while providing technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computational engineering, nuclear and chemical engineering, or other related fields. NSED provides engineering solutions to the challenges facing our nation in national defense, space, homeland security, energy and environment, and fundamental physics.

You will

• Perform technical and/or research assignments in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computational engineering, nuclear and chemical engineering, or other related fields, working directly with engineers, scientists and technical mentors.
• Participate in research in assigned area, under close supervision.
• Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research.
• Utilize standard software packages common in your discipline to complete common tasks.
• Attend relevant seminars and facility tours.
• Ability to conduct research and present and communicate concepts and ideas including research project(s), document and present work results through technical presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Present and communicate results to research group.
• 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 college or university student in good academic standing enrolled in an accredited institution pursuing an associates or bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, computer science or a related field.
• A sustained record of outstanding academic performance.
• Ability to work full time for ten to twelve weeks during your internship.
• Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Communication skills necessary to communicate research project(s), document work and give a technical talk/presentation.
• Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience working with computers and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications We Desire

• GPA of 3.5 or above.
• Technical project experience.
• Familiarity with tools associated to your field of study.

Pay Range
$23.26 - $31.62 Hourly for the 705.1 level
This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

Additional Information

#LI-Onsite

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

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!

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.

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.

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