About the role#
Idaho National Laboratory is looking for an intern to join the Materials Science & Manufacturing team for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site at our Idaho Falls campus to support ongoing research projects. This is a paid, part-time position.
What you'll do#
- Support the Materials Science & Manufacturing team with daily operations.
- Perform Electric Field Assisted Sintering (EFAS/SPS) tasks.
- Conduct Archimedes density measurements on samples.
- Perform Vickers hardness testing to evaluate material properties.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in an undergraduate or master's degree program for Mechanical Engineering.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
- Experience operating EFAS or similar sintering systems.
- Knowledge of density and hardness measurement techniques.
- A basic understanding of ceramics and materials characterization.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
- Required documents: current resume or CV, unofficial transcripts, and a current class schedule with credit count.
Location & details#
- Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 9x80 schedule.
- Compensation: Undergraduate interns earn $26.94 to $32.41 per hour, while master's interns earn $35.34 to $37.73 per hour. Placement is based on degree level and field.
- Physical requirements: You must be able to stand, walk, sit, and handle materials. The role requires the ability to lift or move up to 35 pounds without assistance.
- Benefits: Paid holiday time off is provided. Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns.
About Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory founded in 1949. It supports the United States Department of Energy through research in nuclear science, energy, and national defense. The laboratory operates from an 890-square-mile site and employs over 4,000 people. Its research spans robotics, wind power, biofuels, and critical infrastructure protection.
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