Operations & Strategy Intern — Impact

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking undergraduate students for a dynamic internship focused on supporting the operational and strategic functions that drive the success of the laboratory. This internship is designed for students who want to apply their academic knowledge to real-world challenges in organizational efficiency, performance management, and strategic alignment.

Interns will support projects across INL's business and operations areas, including human resources, finance, project management, communications, supply chain, contract management, analytics, policy, and emergency preparedness. With guidance from experienced mentors, interns will contribute to scoped projects focused on process improvement, workflow optimization, performance metrics, or operational planning. Students will gain foundational skills in data analysis, project coordination, and strategic problem-solving while participating in professional development and enrichment activities.

• Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Business Law, Data Analytics
• Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English, Liberal Arts
• Human Resources, Psychology, Education
• Public Administration, Political Science, International Policy, International Security, Legal/Auditing
• Emergency Preparedness, Document and Record Management
• Economics, Sociology
• Other related majors considered based on project need

• Support administrative, operational, or strategic initiatives across INL's business and operations areas under the guidance of experienced mentors.
• Conduct data collection, analysis, or process improvement activities to enhance efficiency, performance, or resource planning.
• Contribute to project coordination, reporting, and development of recommendations that inform strategic decision‑making and organizational effectiveness.
• Engage in enrichment activities including workshops and networking.
• Other duties, projects, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

• Introductory knowledge of subject matter related to the assigned internship project.
• Introductory knowledge of systems and processes related to the assigned internship project.
• Ability to work with support to meet various time deadlines and work pressures.
• Ability to produce or compose formal documents, reports, and records.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with management, fellow employees, and external customers.

• Enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
• Available for a 10–16 week, up to 40 hours per week, on‑site internship.

• Current resume or CV.
• Unofficial transcripts (including current and completed degree programs).
• Current class schedule and number of credits.

• Paid holiday time off.
• Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns.

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.