Undergraduate Student; UGS

What You Will Do

NPI-7 supports the safe, efficient, and compliant shipping of radioactive and hazardous materials across multiple LANL facilities. This is a fast‑paced organization where you’ll gain hands‑on experience, learn new skills, and work in a supportive environment.

As an Undergraduate Student (UGS) hire, you’ll assist with multiple projects and collaborate with various teams to meet safety and mission requirements. This role requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to help wherever needed in support of LANL’s national security mission.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Work Experience: Strong time management, organization, and attention to detail; good problem‑solving skills; willingness to learn new technologies.
• Teamwork: Works well with others; experience with customer service and collaborating in team settings.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to share ideas effectively.
• Work Environment: Committed to being respectful and contributing to a positive, inclusive, and harassment‑free workplace.

None specified.

The work location is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

• PPO or high deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius)

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation who are not Lawful Permanent Residents are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, including Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Position will be cleared to the Q level. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization is a decision of the Federal Government.

No clearance required. Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks.

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating the employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

426.2A – This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities.

New‑Employment Drug Test – The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Internal Applicants – Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. Employees not meeting the required period of continuous service may only apply with documented approval of their Division Leader. Refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

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 or 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 also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an e‑mail to applyhelp or call .