Undergraduate Seasonal Intern General Application - Spring 2027

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, is seeking applicants for its Spring 2027 Undergraduate Seasonal Internship program. The position is aimed at encouraging students to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through immersive research experiences.

Candidates must be full-time students with a minimum GPA of 3.0, at least one semester completed, and be U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Residents. Interns will work full-time hours, with responsibilities including devising a research strategy, delivering a presentation, and attending seminars.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older at the time the appointment begins.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident at the time of application.
• Must pass a screening drug test if an offer is accepted.

Responsibilities

• Devise a research strategy with an Argonne staff member.
• Receive guidance to implement the research plan.
• Prepare and deliver a poster presentation.
• Attend weekly seminars and tours on science and engineering topics.

Education

Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited institution

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Job description

Overview

Apply to join the Spring 2027 Undergraduate Seasonal Internship program at Argonne National Laboratory. The application deadline is Friday, October XX, 2026. This program is designed to encourage undergraduate students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by providing research internships.

Responsibilities

• Spend the first week with an Argonne staff member to devise a research strategy and attend mandatory safety classes.
• Receive guidance and assistance from the supervisor to implement the research plan during the internship.
• Prepare and deliver a poster presentation at the end of the appointment.
• Attend a series of weekly seminars and tours covering current topics in science and engineering, as well as career development.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full‑time at an accredited institution and must have completed at least one semester of coursework by the start of the program.
• Must be 18 years or older at the time the appointment begins.
• Must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident at the time of application.
• Must pass a screening drug test if an offer is accepted.

Schedule

Full‑time. Scheduled weekly hours: 40.

EEO Information

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that values collaboration, innovation, and diversity. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment and considers all qualified applicants regardless of any protected characteristic.