Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division Graduate Student - Fall Internship 2026

LLNL; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LLNL's Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division seeks a Fall Internship graduate student to contribute to practical research across multiple programs. The position emphasizes training opportunities to gain experience while supporting projects in computational chemistry, radiochemistry, nuclear physics, and related fields.

The role involves collaboration with engineers and scientists, data gathering and analysis, presenting findings, attending seminars, and performing advanced technical assignments

Qualifications

• Must be a continuing student pursuing a graduate degree or recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s in a related field.
• Experience applying engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers, scientists, and staff to provide research support.
• Conduct research in assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
• Gather and analyze data in support of scientific research.
• Present results to the research group.
• Perform advanced technical assignments and support to scientists.
• Attend relevant seminars.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Graduate student status

Scientific problem solving

Academic achievement

PC skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Communication & presentation

Teamwork

Education

Graduate degree or completed Bachelors/Masters in physics, materials science, or computer science

Job description

Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division Graduate Student - Fall Internship 2026

• Full-time
• Organization: Physical and Life Sciences
• Category: Students
• Employee Referral Bonus: Not applicable
• Job Code 1: 705.2 Grad Student R&D/Technical
• Pre-Employment Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
• Pre-Placement Medical Exam: Not applicable
• Position Type: Student Intern
• Security Clearance: None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation)

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay Range

$6,620 - $8,040 Monthly

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.

We have multiple openings for graduate level students and for students who have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree to engage in practical research to further their educational goals. These are training opportunities to gain experience. You will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of Chemical and Isotopic Signatures, Computational Nuclear Physics; Experimental Nuclear, Stockpile and Environmental Radiochemistry; Experimental Nuclear Physics; Forensic Science & Assessments; Particle Physics; Nuclear Security Physics; Nuclear Theory and Modeling; Rare Event Detection; and Safeguards, Non-Proliferation, and Response. These positions are in the Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division.

You will

• Work with engineers, scientists, and technical staff members to provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of computational chemistry and physics, radiochemistry, nuclear and particle physics, nuclear theory and modeling, nuclear forensics, or other related fields.
• Conduct research in assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
• Gather and analyze data or information in support of scientific research.
• Present/communicate results to research group.
• Perform technical assignments of an advanced degree of complexity and provide advanced technical support to scientist in scientific research and development projects.
• Attend relevant seminars.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree or completed their bachelor’s or master’s degree in physics, material sciences, computer science or a related field.
• Experience applying advanced engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Academic achievement in a scientific or engineering curriculum.
• Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to conduct research and present and communicate concepts and ideas including research project(s), document work and give a technical talk/presentation.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!

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.

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.

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.