Intern - Sandia​/DOE Science Undergrad Laboratory Intern; SULI; RD Undergrad Summer

This position requires a separate application to the DOE SULI Program () , which has a submission, including two online letters of recommendation.

We are hiring several undergraduate students for a 10-week, full-time internship during Summer 2027, through the DOE Science Undergrad Laboratory Intern (SULI) Program. Most projects will necessarily involve on-site work, but in some cases a remote internship may be possible.

As a SULI intern, you will assist Sandia research staff on projects that span a variety of technical areas at Sandia's Livermore site. Depending on the project assignment and qualifications, you will be responsible for:

setting up and running lab experiments

creating software programs to analyze data

developing computational models and algorithms

At Sandia's California campus, SULI interns are placed in a variety of topical areas in association with foundational science and energy research programs. Topics of research may include:

genomics and biological systems

chemical reaction processes

advanced laser diagnostics

exascale simulations of reacting flows

uncertainty quantification

machine learning and stochastic modeling

advanced engine combustion

advanced materials for hydrogen storage

advanced materials for neuromorphic and quantum computing

advanced fusion materials

Salary Range:

At Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. Because of this, our interns earn competitive pay rates. Our pay structure is based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level. Your pay rate will be determined during the hire process and included in your offer package. You can view the Intern Pay Rate chart here (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

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Qualifications We Require:

You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:

Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited undergraduate program

Pursuing a science, engineering, or math major

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer

U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S.

Note:

If you have not earned a HS diploma or equivalent, please apply to a high school intern position.

Qualifications We Desire:

Desired candidates will have skills and interests aligned with science and energy programs at Sandia's Livermore, CA location.

Posting Duration:

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

About Our Team:

Sandia's Livermore, CA location performs a wide range of open research addressing science and energy topics through support from the DOE Office of Science, the DOE
¿ s applied energy offices, and the internally funded Laboratory Directed Research & Development program.

About Sandia:

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide

Extraordinary co-workers

Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world

Career advancement and enrichment opportunities

Flexible work arrangements for…