METALLIC Internship Fall

About METALLIC

The Minerals to Materials Supply Chain Research Facility (METALLIC) is a Department of Energy (DOE) initiative led by the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) and supported by a consortium of nine national laboratories. METALLIC is designed to accelerate the development of secure, domestic critical minerals and materials (CMM) supply chains by providing technology validation, testing, and commercialization support for innovators across the United States.

The METALLIC Interns will support multidisciplinary research and program activities focused on strengthening domestic critical minerals and materials supply chains. Interns will work alongside scientists, engineers, and program managers from Idaho National Laboratory and partner national laboratories to advance technology validation, testing, analysis, and stakeholder engagement efforts. This internship is onsite at various INL facilities. Start date and internship duration vary based on project needs and intern availability.

• Undergraduate, Master’s, or Ph.D. student enrolled full‑time at an accredited college/university studying Geology, Earth Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• A minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).

• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial transcripts (include current and completed degree/certificate programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits (if currently enrolled in a program)

• Undergraduate Internships ($26.16/hour - $31.47/hour)
• Master’s and Ph.D. Internships Pre‑Candidacy ($32.87/hour - $35.26/hour)
• Ph.D. Internships Post‑Candidacy ($35.95/hour - $38.41/hour)
• 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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

To be eligible for employment at INL, males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Job Identification 1725
• Job Category 14‑Internship
• Posting Date 06/08/2026, 03:31 PM
• Apply Before 08/28/2026, 06:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Regular or Temporary Temporary
• Locations 2525 Fremont Ave, Idaho Falls, , 83415, US (On‑site)