Defense Science and Technology Internship ...

Defense Science and Technology Internship Undergraduate Student - Summer 2026 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. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. Job Description We have multiple openings for undergraduate students to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. You will conduct research in the 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. This position is in the Strategic Deterrence Principal Directorate. Depending on your assignment, this position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. You will: 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. Qualifications 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 March 06, 2026 Pay Range $23.26 - $31.62 Hourly for the 705.1 level $26.22 - $33.38 Hourly for the 714.0 level This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

Created: 2026-03-04