About the role#
The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is seeking graduate students and recent graduates for a research internship during the Winter 2027 term. You will engage in practical research across fields such as organic and inorganic synthesis, computational chemistry, materials characterization, and metallurgy. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Livermore, California.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research in your assigned area with limited direction and supervision.
- Perform technical assignments of basic complexity.
- Provide advanced technical support to scientists on research and development projects.
- Work on hands-on laboratory tasks, computation, or data analysis.
- Present your findings through presentations or poster sessions.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Status as a continuing graduate student or a recent graduate with a bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
- Demonstrated academic achievement in your field.
- Experience applying basic scientific principles to solve technical problems.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to present ideas clearly.
- Experience with personal computers, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Livermore, California.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $6,752 to $8,201 monthly, depending on your completed academic year.
- Eligibility: You must be eligible to access the laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act. Selected candidates must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
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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