About the role#
Idaho National Laboratory is seeking an intern to join the Health Physics and Radiological Engineering team. This position focuses on nuclear forensics and emergency preparedness, using the 1961 SL-1 reactor accident as a primary case study. You will work on-site at our Idaho Falls campus.
What you'll do#
- Collect and analyze legacy materials from the SL-1 site to identify radiological and materials signatures.
- Reconstruct elements of the historical accident source term using modern analytical methods.
- Assess the radiological consequences of the event.
- Translate your findings into measurement strategies and lessons for modern small modular reactor (SMR) emergency response.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or master's student.
- A major in Health Physics, Radiological Sciences, Nuclear Engineering, or a related program with sufficient background in radiological sciences.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
- Required documents: current resume or CV, unofficial transcripts, and your current class schedule with credit count.
Location & details#
- This internship is based on-site in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
- The team operates on a 4x10 work schedule.
- This is a paid position. Undergraduate pay ranges from $26.94 to $32.41 per hour, while master's level pay ranges from $35.34 to $37.73 per hour.
- Benefits include paid holiday time off and potential travel reimbursement for eligible interns.
- Physical requirements include the ability to stand, walk, sit, and lift up to 35 pounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
- Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.
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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