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Defense Science and Technology Internship Undergraduate Student - Summer 2027
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · Science
- Hours
- Intern
- Where
- Livermore, CA
- Posted
- 6 days ago
We're looking for a Defense Science and Technology Internship Undergraduate Student to support practical research experience to further their educational goals. You will conduct research in fields such as nuclear physics, radiation transport, hydrodynamics, astrophysics, plasma dynamics, numerical methods and computer science. Research projects combine theory with computation and are geared to further the students’ educational goals. You will report to Strategic Deterrence Directorate.
This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home 1 day per week.
What you'd do
- Develop and/or employ high performance scientific software to complete novel research tasks.
- Work with mentors under close supervision on assigned projects.
- Present a required oral presentation of each project at the end of the summer.
- Present your work at a poster session.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What they want
- Security Clearance is not required however due to federal requirements applicable to this position, US citizenship is required.
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related field.
- Ability to apply basic principles of physics, engineering and/or computer science to solve technical problems.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Qualifications We Desire
- Coding experience (e.g., Python, C++).
- GPA of 3.5 or above.Application Deadline January 29, 2026
About Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · Science
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow.