Graduate Internship - Physical Sciences

** What You Will Do*
* Do something that matters and make a real difference at one of the world's most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions. The Physical Sciences Graduate Student (GRA) Program offers paid summer and year-round internships for graduate students in a variety of Physical Science disciplines. The program provides mentoring, hands-on technical experience, and professional development opportunities through a formalized work plan complementing the student's chosen area of study.  

Examples of LANL projects in Physical Science include, but are not limited to:

+ Modeling and laboratory experiments related to the long-term storage of high-level nuclear waste in a salt repository;

+ Low-Density plasma modeling utilizing Maxwellian and non-Maxwellian electron energy distributions;

+ Application of fluid dynamics modeling techniques to develop and refine simulations for physical systems such as stars, planets, Earth's climate, as well as engineered systems;

+ Ultrafast optical experiments involving quantum materials;

+ Using uncertainty quantification methods to improve full-scale models of new carbon capture technologies;

+ Modeling neutron scattering and yield within systems involving extreme temperature and pressure conditions;

+ Theoretical studies and modeling of actinide chemistry under a variety of physical conditions; and

+ Using neutrinos and neutrons to probe the fundamental laws that govern the evolution of the universe.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum Job Requirement*
* + Currently enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program in any Physical Science discipline. Examples of physical science disciplines in greatest demand include:
Astronomy, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Geology, Geophysics, Materials, and Physics.

+ Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent) in an accredited degree-granting program (or international equivalent).

+ Entering graduate students must provide documentation indicating matriculation into an appropriate degree program.

+ Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* Students selected for GRA internships are most competitive when they possess the following knowledge and skills:

+ Computer programming in support of scientific data acquisition or analysis;

+ Experimental techniques currently used within your selected scientific field(s);

+ Laboratory experience demonstrating attention to detail and commitment to safety;

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context; and

+ Commitment to achieving results in a complex social and organizational setting.

** Work Environment:*
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* Work Location:

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

** Note to Applicants:*
* ** Required Application Materials:*
* When applying, candidates must attach a resume, personal statement (not to exceed one page), and their most recent transcripts (or evidence of having accepted an offer of admission if transcript is unavailable). 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.

+ Current resume

+ Current official transcripts

+ Personal statement of interest (not to exceed one page)

** Important:
** The application is NOT complete without the 3 documents. Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents will not be considered for employment.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and most hiring decisions will have been made by mid-February 2027 for the summer.

** Notes to Applicants:
The application and required documents must be submitted by February 19, 2027.*
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