About the role#
The Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion Directorate offers research opportunities for graduate students and recent graduates. You will work alongside scientists at onsite laser and nuclear facilities. Assignments span fields including lasers, laser-plasma physics, electro-optics, software development, and instrument development. This position runs for ten to twelve weeks during the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Conduct experimental, theoretical, or modeling research under close supervision.
- Gather and analyze data to support scientific research projects.
- Provide advanced technical support for research and development.
- Document your work, discuss findings, and communicate results.
- Attend relevant seminars and prepare a poster for the Student Intern Poster Symposium.
- Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited institution as a graduate student pursuing a Ph.D. or master's degree in engineering, physics, or a related field.
- A sustained record of outstanding academic performance.
- Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
- Experience with personal computers and software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated exposure to tools relevant to your field of study through coursework or experience.
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Eligibility to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the NDAA.
- Ability to work full time for the duration of the summer internship.
- Preferred: Prior experience in physics or engineering laboratory settings, cluster or high-performance computing, plasma physics codes, and a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Location & details#
- Location: Livermore, California.
- Modality: Hybrid or on-site, depending on the assignment.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position with a monthly salary range of $6,752 to $8,201, based on completed academic years.
About Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is a government research facility based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1952, it operates as part of the National Nuclear Security Administration under the Department of Energy. The laboratory employs nearly 10,000 people and focuses on research in physics, engineering, chemistry, and mathematics. Its work supports national security through programs in defense, energy, and environmental science.
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