NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program – Class of 2027

Overview

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) is the premier channel for bringing top talent to tackle our nation’s critical security missions. NGFP fellows provide support to national and international programs across the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and support the successful coordination of tasks, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while participating in exclusive professional development opportunities.

This multi-disciplinary program combines technical analysis, policy development, program oversight, stakeholder communication and resource management to protect U.S. national security priorities. The program is sponsored by NNSA and administered by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) is the premier channel for bringing top talent to tackle our nation’s critical security missions. NGFP fellows provide support to national and international programs across the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and support the successful coordination of tasks, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while participating in exclusive professional development opportunities.

This multi-disciplinary program combines technical analysis, policy development, program oversight, stakeholder communication and resource management to protect U.S. national security priorities. The program is sponsored by NNSA and administered by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.

The fellowship is a 12-month, salaried position working with NNSA program offices in Washington, D.C., or at one of the NNSA site locations nationwide. To learn more about the site locations, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Fellows support a broad range of NNSA priorities, including stockpile management, nonproliferation, counter proliferation, information security, administrative and financial support, and more. For a full range of NNSA offices and missions, visit https://.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be matriculated/enrolled in a graduate degree/doctorate program at an accredited college or university at the time of application OR
• Have completed a graduate/doctorate degree program at an accredited college or university no earlier than April 2, 2025
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in graduate/doctorate program (current or final cumulative)
• Selected applicants must supply official transcripts demonstrating eligibility (minimum 3.0 GPA) no later than January 31, 2027
• If enrolled in a dual bachelor/master program, you must provide verification of bachelor’s degree completion by May 20, 2027
• Available to work full-time for the duration of the one-year fellowship (June 2027 – June 2028)

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Comfort interacting with high-level government officials.
• Open mind to new experiences and the willingness to learn about varied cultures and perspectives.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities leveraging technical knowledge in national security missions, budgetary processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Capacity to build relationships with various stakeholders at domestic and international levels.
• Familiarity with U.S. government nonproliferation programs, DOE regulations, and global nuclear safety standards is preferred.

Not applicable.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews with you and your personal references, neighbors, and co-workers to determine trustworthiness, reliability, and loyalty to the United States. The investigation also examines your foreign connections, drug and alcohol use, foreign influence, and overall conduct.

• U.S. Citizenship
• Background…