Student Research Opportunities

Job Description

Student Research Opportunities | Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL)

The Tone:
This is a student research opportunity at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), located in Livermore, CA. LLNL is a premier institution dedicated to strengthening the United States’ security by applying expertise and innovative solutions to complex challenges, striving to make the world a better place. The Laboratory is committed to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and diverse perspectives, recognizing their importance to its mission. This role offers graduate-level students, or those who have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree, a chance to engage in practical research within the Materials Engineering Division (MED) to further their educational goals and contribute to critical projects.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: Livermore, CA
• Pay: $6,752–$8,201 monthly
• Team: Work within the Materials Engineering Division (MED) of the Engineering Directorate, collaborating with engineers, scientists, and technical staff.
• Mission: This person supports projects in diverse engineering and scientific fields by providing technical and research assistance to further educational and Laboratory goals.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Provide technical and research support across diverse engineering and scientific projects, collaborating with professional staff.
• Conduct independent research and projects in an assigned field, operating under limited direction and supervision.
• Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity to contribute to project objectives.
• Communicate and present research results effectively to project groups and internal stakeholders.
• Attend relevant seminars to expand knowledge and contribute to the team’s ongoing learning.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree, or have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree, in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline. Eligible fields include Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, Optical Engineering, Material Science, Data Science, Applied Physics, Bio-engineering, Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering and Processing, Non-Destructive Evaluation, and other related fields. Candidates must also be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
• Experience: Demonstrated academic achievement in a scientific curriculum, coupled with practical experience applying advanced engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Skills: Strong ability to present and communicate complex scientific and engineering concepts, document research, and deliver technical presentations. Effective interpersonal skills for collaborative team environments. Proficiency with personal computers, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bonus: A GPA of 3.0 or above.