About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience supporting precision manufacturing and nuclear operations at the Materials and Fuels Complex. You will work within shielded-cell environments and gain exposure to machining, engineering design, and manufacturing automation. Interns work a 4x10 schedule on-site. You may be eligible for course credit.
What you'll do#
- Support precision manufacturing and nuclear operations workflows.
- Assist with in-cell CNC machining, robotics-assisted material handling, and automated transfer processes.
- Help troubleshoot equipment and support the startup of new operational processes.
- Assist nuclear technicians and operators with sample preparation tasks.
- Develop foundational nuclear operations skills under the guidance of experienced staff.
What you'll need#
- Full-time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program at an ABET-accredited college or university. Eligible majors include Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Civil, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Coursework in machining or experience operating CNC machines.
- Engineering or manufacturing coursework or hands-on experience.
- Familiarity with robotics, industrial automation, or mechanical systems.
- Strong technical problem-solving and hands-on capability.
- Ability to provide a resume, unofficial transcripts, and a current class schedule.
Location & details#
- Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $26.94 to $32.41 per hour for undergraduate interns, or $35.34 to $37.73 per hour for masters interns, depending on education level.
- Benefits: Paid holiday time off and potential travel reimbursement for eligible interns.
- Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and lift up to 35 pounds.
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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