Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts Intern - Summer
Listed on 2026-10-22
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Research Scientist, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering -
Research/Development
Research Scientist
Idaho Falls, , United States (On-site)
Job DescriptionIn this internship you will support ongoing R&D in molten‑salt chemistry, thermal property measurement, and materials characterization within the MFC Advanced Technologies of Molten Salts group. In this role you will assist with experiments, data analysis, and documentation.
Reporting to the Advanced Technology of Molten Salts team. This team works a 4x10 schedule onsite at our Materials and Fuels Complex. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability. You may be eligible for course credit for this internship if approved by your university.
Minimum Qualifications- Enrolled full time in an Undergraduate degree program or Master degree program at an accredited college/university studying Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or closely related.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
- Applicants are subject to the requirements of DOE O 142.3B, Unclassified Foreign National Access Program.
- Current Resume or CV
- Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
- Current class schedule and number of credits
- Undergraduate Internships ($26.94/hour - $32.41/hour)
- Masters Internships ($35.34/hour - $37.73/hour)
- Multi-Level: Internships are typically multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.
While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits and Relocation
- Paid holiday time off
- Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns
At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.
INL Mission:
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision:
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.
Selective Service Requirements:
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 www.sss.gov.
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.
Reasonable Accommodation:
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.
Job Info- Job Identification 2187
- Job Category 14-Internship
- Posting Date 10/19/2026, 03:38 PM
- Apply Before 11/02/2026, 07:00 AM
- Job Schedule Part time
- Regular or Temporary Temporary
- Locations 2525 Fremont Ave, Idaho Falls, , 83415, US (On-site)
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