About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within the Irradiated Fuels and Materials team. You will work on-site at our Idaho Falls campus during the summer of 2027. The schedule follows a 9x80s format.
What you'll do#
- Conduct microstructural characterization using scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
- Perform mechanical property evaluation through tensile testing.
- Analyze and interpret research data.
- Prepare formal technical reports.
- Co-author content for journal publication.
What you'll need#
- Full-time enrollment in a Doctorate degree program in Materials Science or a closely related engineering field.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
- Current resume or CV, unofficial transcripts, and a current class schedule with credit count.
- Males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System.
Location & details#
- Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: Paid internship with rates ranging from $36.83 to $41.29 per hour depending on candidacy level.
- Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, sit, and lift up to 35 pounds, along with the visual and hearing capacity to operate equipment and interact with staff.
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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