Space Science Institute Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2027

Notre Dame; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Sick leave accrual

Individual 401(k) contributions

Job summary

Notre Dame in Livermore, CA invites undergraduate science or engineering students to a 10–12 week summer internship onsite. You will work with researchers in astronomy, planetary science, or related fields on experiments, data analysis, theory or modeling, and isotopic analyses of planetary materials, under close supervision.

The position emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and presenting results through talks or posters.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
• Continuing students in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in astronomy, planetary science, or related fields.
• Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Effective communication skills and ability to present concepts and ideas.
• Familiarity with modern computer-based data analysis, summarizing, and presenting results.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with scientists conducting research in astronomy, planetary science, or related fields, including experiments, data analysis, theory or modeling simulation, and isotopic analysis of planetary materials.
• Conduct research under close direction and supervision in assigned areas.
• Perform scientific assignments at an appropriate complexity level and collaborate on research and development projects.
• Analyze results and provide weekly updates.
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis basics

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Work with scientists conducting research in astronomy, planetary science, or related fields, including experiments, data analysis, theory or modeling simulation, and isotopic analysis of planetary materials.
• Conduct research under close direction and supervision in assigned areas.
• Perform scientific assignments at an appropriate complexity level and collaborate on research and development projects.
• Analyze results and provide weekly updates.
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Undergraduate students eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
• Continuing students in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in astronomy, planetary science, or related fields.
• Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Effective communication skills and ability to present concepts and ideas.
• Familiarity with modern computer-based data analysis, summarizing, and presenting results.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $23.26 - $31.62, determined by most recent completed academic year.
• Holiday pay.
• Sick leave accrual.
• Individual 401(k) contributions.

This position requires full-time on-site presence during the 10-12 week summer internship from early June to mid-September.