Summer Student

Pay Range: $15.00–$20.00 (general guideline)

Fermilab is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Summer Students to join our team for a temporary seasonal employment opportunity. Summer Students provide administrative, technical, or service support across a variety of laboratory divisions and support groups, and assist with seasonal workload demands, special projects, and operational needs while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in a world‑class scientific environment.

• Perform administrative, technical, or service‑related duties within an assigned department or support group.
• Assist with temporary projects and seasonal initiatives directed by the supervisor.
• Support daily operations during periods of increased workload or employee absences.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately, efficiently, and within established deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and other laboratory personnel.
• Follow established procedures, policies, and work practices applicable to the assigned area.
• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations, policies, and practices applicable to the position.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant education, coursework, or experience applicable to the assigned department, function, or support group is preferred.

• Basic knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures related to the assigned work area.
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Basic computer proficiency appropriate for the assigned role.

Onsite:
This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia Office.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. The workplace is drug‑free and requires adherence to Safety and Security protocols.

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected categories.