NNSA Graduate Fellowship: Policy & Programs (Class of 2027)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) offers an NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) a 12-month salaried role supporting national and international programs across NNSA offices. Fellows coordinate tasks, report, and engage stakeholders while developing professionally in a multidisciplinary environment.

The program is based in Washington, D.C. or at NNSA site locations nationwide, with security clearance requirements and federal background checks.

Qualifications

• Be matriculated/enrolled in a graduate degree/doctorate program at the time of application.
• Graduate/doctorate degree completed no earlier than Apr 2, 2025.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate/doctorate program.
• Official transcripts demonstrating eligibility due by Jan 31, 2027.
• If in a dual program, verify bachelor’s degree completion by May 20, 2027.
• Available to work full-time for 12 months (June 2027–June 2028).

Responsibilities

• Support a broad range of NNSA priorities, including stockpile management and nonproliferation.
• Assist with information security, administrative and financial support, and coordination.
• Engage with stakeholders and contribute to program oversight and reporting.

Skills

Policy analysis

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Verbal & written communication

Security clearance readiness

Education

Graduate degree or PhD in a relevant field

Tools

None

Job description

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) offers an NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) a 12-month salaried role supporting national and international programs across NNSA offices. Fellows coordinate tasks, report, and engage stakeholders while developing professionally in a multidisciplinary environment.

The program is based in Washington, D.C. or at NNSA site locations nationwide, with security clearance requirements and federal background checks.