Materials Science Division Graduate Intern - Fall 2026

Materials Science Division Graduate Intern - Fall 2026

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

We have multiple openings for graduate students and for students who have received a bachelor's or master's degree to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. You will conduct research in the following scientific fields: organic/inorganic synthesis, analytical, computational, materials characterization, actinide materials, optical materials science; electrochemistry; materials chemistry and physics; computational chemistry and materials science; nanoscale materials synthesis and characterization and metallurgy.

You will:

• Work with scientists on projects involving hands-on work in a laboratory, computation, or data analysis.
• Conduct research in assigned area, under limited direction and supervision.
• Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and providing advanced technical support to scientist in scientific research and development projects.
• Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). See Additional Information section below for details.
• Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree or a recent graduate with a bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or related field.
• Experience applying basic scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
• Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications We Desire:

• Broad knowledge of chemistry and materials.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

Pay Range: $6,752 - $8,201 Monthly. This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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• Holiday Pay
• Sick leave accrual
• Individual 401(k) contributions
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