Space Science Institute Undergraduate Intern - Summer

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 undergraduate students to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals within Lawrence Livermore National Lab’s (LLNL) Space Science Institute (SSI). Opportunities include participation in projects led by LLNL scientists in research areas including:
Astrophysics and cosmology (Optical astronomy and cosmology, X-ray astrophysics, and X-ray laboratory astrophysics), Planetary science (Cosmochemistry, and Planetary defense), Technology and instrument development (Adaptive optics, Gamma-ray spectrometers, Small Sat capabilities for science missions, and X-ray and extreme ultraviolet optics). These positions are in the Space Science Institute summer internship program. Details about LLNL's Space Science Institute may be found at: .

SSI summer internship assignments are 10-12 weeks starting from early June to mid-September.

Full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

• Work with scientists conducting research in astronomy, planetary science or a related field. This may include experiments, data analysis and interpretation, theory or modeling simulation, and/or isotopic analysis of planetary materials.
• Conduct research in assigned areas under close direction and supervision.
• Perform scientific assignments at an appropriate level of complexity and work collaboratively on scientific research and development projects.
• Analyze results and provide weekly updates.
• 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 student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field. If you will be graduating and receive a bachelor’s by the time the internship starts, please apply to the SSI graduate posting.
• Demonstrated academic achievement in astronomy, planetary science or a related field.
• Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
• Familiarity with modern computer-based data analysis approaches, summarizing and presenting results.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

$23.26 - $31.62 Hourly

This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

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• Individual 401(k) contributions
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