PWDI Graduate Scholars Internship Program

What You Will Do

This Program offers summer internships for technical graduate students who are working with programs at NM colleges and universities that are part of the Plutonium Workforce Development Initiative (PWDI). The internship provides students with relevant work experience while pursuing an graduate degree. This educational program is designed to complement the students' education with work experience related to their chosen field of study.

Internships are available in science, research, professional, and support fields. Students are assigned to tasks and activities appropriate for their academic and work backgrounds. PWDI partners with the following NM colleges/universities:
University of New Mexico, New Mexico State University, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, Northern New Mexico College, New Mexico Highlands University, Navajo Technical University, Santa Fe Community College, Luna Community College, San Juan College, and Central New Mexico Community College.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited graduate program.
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent) in a graduate degree program (or international equivalent).
• Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

When applying, candidates must attach:

• A resume,
• Personal statement (not to exceed one page),
• Their most recent transcripts (or an acceptance letter if transcripts have not been issued).

Important:
Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents (resume, personal statement, transcript) will not be considered for employment. Applicants must be attending a NM college or university and be working with the PWDI programs at the respective university or college. Personal statements are most effective when they clearly indicate your research interests and highlight your most notable achievements and accomplishments.

It should also explain how you have demonstrated the application of desired knowledge and skills in your previous academic and work experiences.

For general questions pertaining to this application system send an email to applyhelp or call  option 1. All questions regarding the internship program should be directed to the sponsoredprograms.

The application and required documents must be submitted by February 13, 2026.

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

Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and world. Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security.

• 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)

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