Post-Baccalaureate Student in Nuclear Criticality Safety

What You Will Do

The Nuclear Criticality Safety Division (NCS) is searching for a highly motivated post-baccalaureate with a strong background in nuclear engineering. The role involves developing challenging criticality safety evaluation documents (CSEDs) and supporting all aspects of criticality safety. Responsibilities include close collaboration within an interdisciplinary team that supports a variety of nuclear facilities across LANL.

• Degree in Nuclear Engineering
• Proficiency in Python and MCNP
• Interest in pursuing criticality safety as a career

• Post-Associate's or Post-Bachelor's degree
• Completed an Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) within the last three years
• Earned a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)

• Experience running MCNP; kcode calculations preferred
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable in a customer‑service environment
• Ability to obtain security clearance (Q)

Work Location:

Onsite/Hybrid – the position is located in Los Alamos, NM with a potential hybrid arrangement consistent with a 2‑hour ground commute. Regular onsite attendance is required. Some interns may work a 9/80 schedule at management’s discretion. Anticipated travel: candidate may travel for NCS‑related training, including the DOE NCSP 2‑week Hands‑on Course.

• Current resume
• Current official transcripts
• Personal statement of interest (not to exceed one page)

Citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, North Korea, and the Russian Federation who are not lawful permanent residents are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, including LANL.

• PPO or high deductible medical insurance with a nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• 401(k) program with 6% matching plus 3.5% annual contribution
• Tuition assistance and learning opportunities
• Flexible schedules and paid time off
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages for locations outside a 50‑mile radius

The position requires a Q clearance. Selected applicants will undergo a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship, except in very limited circumstances.

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

The Laboratory is committed to making the workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities.