Undergraduate Internship - Earth and Environmental Science

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is offering a paid internship for undergraduate students in various Earth science disciplines. The program emphasizes mentorship, hands-on experience, and professional development.

The role includes contributions to projects in geosciences and data analytics, along with fieldwork and lab experiments to understand Earth systems. Candidates should be enrolled full-time in a relevant undergraduate program with a GPA of at least 2.75.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours in an accredited degree program.
• Entering first-year students need documentation of matriculation.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to safety is essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Earth science projects in geosciences and data analytics.
• Assist in the development of critical assessments for national security.
• Participate in fieldwork and laboratory experiments.

Skills

Computer programming

Laboratory techniques

Effective communication

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program

Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75

Job description

What You Will Do

Do something that matters and make a real difference at a world‑leading institution that integrates geosciences, atmosphere, hydrology, ecology and data science to provide multidisciplinary Earth science solutions to complex problems. The Earth and Environmental Science (EES) Undergraduate Student Program offers paid internships for undergraduate students in a variety of Earth science and data‑driven disciplines. The program provides mentoring, hands‑on technical experience, and professional development opportunities through a formalized work plan complementing your chosen area of study.

Examples of EES projects include, but are not limited to:

• Contributing to the development of innovative solutions to complex Earth science problems in global security, sustainable energy, analytical geochemistry, energy infrastructure and environmental change
• Assisting in the development of critical assessments and knowledge to support national security missions and decisions
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement research projects
• Participating in fieldwork, laboratory experiments, and data analysis to advance our understanding of the Earth system
• Applying AI and ML techniques for Earth systems modeling, remote sensing, environmental data assimilation, uncertainty quantification, and predictive analytics

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in any Physical Science discipline. Examples of physical science disciplines in greatest demand include: Computational sciences, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Hydrology, Geology, Geophysics, Materials, and Physics.
• Must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours (or full‑time equivalent) in an accredited degree program (or international equivalent).
• Must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• Entering first‑year students must provide documentation indicating matriculation into an accredited undergraduate degree program.

Desired Qualifications:

• Computer programming in support of scientific data acquisition or analysis.
• Experimental techniques currently used within your selected specific scientific field(s).
• Laboratory experience demonstrating attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context.
• Commitment to achieving results in a complex social and organizational setting.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Mandatory Documents

• A resume
• Personal statement (not to exceed one page)
• Most recent transcripts (or an acceptance letter if transcripts have not been issued)

Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents will not be considered for employment.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius)

Security and Eligibility

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks. Due to federal restrictions, certain foreign nationals are prohibited from accessing facilities that support national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities. Eligibility for employment is determined by the Department of Energy orders and the National Nuclear Security Administration.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.

Application Deadline

Applications and required documents must be submitted by February 13, 2026.