Materials Science Division Graduate Intern - Summer 2026
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, CA, United States
Job Description
We have multiple openings for graduate students and for students who have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. Positions are located in the Materials Science and Chemistry Institute, Materials Science Division, and focus on research in organic/inorganic synthesis, analytical, computational, materials characterization, actinide materials, optical materials science, electrochemistry, materials chemistry and physics, computational chemistry, materials science, nanoscale materials synthesis and characterization, and metallurgy.
You Will
Work with scientists on projects involving hands‑on laboratory work, computation, or data analysis.
Conduct research in an assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide advanced technical support to scientists in research and development projects.
Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Must be a current college or university student in good standing pursuing a graduate degree or a recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
Demonstrated academic achievement in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
Experience applying basic scientific principles to solve technical problems.
Demonstrated effective communication skills, including the ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Qualifications We Desire
Broad knowledge of chemistry and materials.
GPA of 3.0 or above.
Pay Range
$6,752 – $8,201 Monthly (step structure based on most recent completed academic year).
Benefits
Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor.
Holiday Pay
Sick leave accrual
Individual 401(k) contributions
Values and inclusion initiatives as described on the LLNL website.
Security Clearance
None required. For assignments longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, the Personal Identity Verification process is required.
NDAA Compliance
All candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, which prohibits citizens of certain countries from accessing specific non-public areas.
Pre‑Employment Drug Test
External applicants selected for this position must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test, including testing for marijuana use per Federal Law.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, use our online form to submit a request.
California Privacy Notice
The California Consumer Privacy Act grants privacy rights to all California residents. The employee privacy notice provides details on the personal information LLNL collects and its purpose.
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We have multiple openings for graduate students and for students who have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. Positions are located in the Materials Science and Chemistry Institute, Materials Science Division, and focus on research in organic/inorganic synthesis, analytical, computational, materials characterization, actinide materials, optical materials science, electrochemistry, materials chemistry and physics, computational chemistry, materials science, nanoscale materials synthesis and characterization, and metallurgy.
You Will
Work with scientists on projects involving hands‑on laboratory work, computation, or data analysis.
Conduct research in an assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide advanced technical support to scientists in research and development projects.
Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Must be a current college or university student in good standing pursuing a graduate degree or a recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
Demonstrated academic achievement in chemistry, materials sciences, computational chemistry, or a related field.
Experience applying basic scientific principles to solve technical problems.
Demonstrated effective communication skills, including the ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Qualifications We Desire
Broad knowledge of chemistry and materials.
GPA of 3.0 or above.
Pay Range
$6,752 – $8,201 Monthly (step structure based on most recent completed academic year).
Benefits
Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor.
Holiday Pay
Sick leave accrual
Individual 401(k) contributions
Values and inclusion initiatives as described on the LLNL website.
Security Clearance
None required. For assignments longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, the Personal Identity Verification process is required.
NDAA Compliance
All candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, which prohibits citizens of certain countries from accessing specific non-public areas.
Pre‑Employment Drug Test
External applicants selected for this position must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test, including testing for marijuana use per Federal Law.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, use our online form to submit a request.
California Privacy Notice
The California Consumer Privacy Act grants privacy rights to all California residents. The employee privacy notice provides details on the personal information LLNL collects and its purpose.
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