This is not an application
The purpose of this form is to express interest in INL internships. As specific internship opportunities become available, INL recruiters will use this information to notify students about applicable opportunities through the 2024/2025 intern season. To be considered for a project, an official application must be submitted directly to an internship job posting. You are encouraged to frequently visit the INL Internship Career page for additional internship opportunities.
INL offers paid internship opportunities available in a wide range of STEM and other fields for both undergraduate and graduate students. These internships will help students collaborate with experienced scientists and engineers to develop innovative solutions for meaningful, real-world projects. INL needs individuals from all academic backgrounds to support our growing organization!
To learn more about what INL has to offer, check out this video!
Opportunities for interns at INL range from nuclear engineering to cybersecurity and include non-scientific positions in various operations and business subject areas. INL research fields include, but are not limited to, the following areas:
Nuclear Science & Technology
- Nuclear Fuels and Materials
- Nuclear Systems Design and Analysis
- Fuel Cycle Science and Technology
- Nuclear Safety and Regulatory Research
- Modeling and Simulation
- High Performance Computing
- Post-irradiation Examinations
- Human Factors
Energy & Environment Science & Technology
- Advanced Transportation
- Environmental Sustainability
- Clean Energy Integration
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Biomass
National & Homeland Security Science & Technology
- Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resiliency
- Nuclear Nonproliferation
- Physical Defense Systems
Support Organizations
- Business Management
- Communications
- Information Management
- Industrial Hygiene
- Occupational Medicine
- Fire Protection
- Historians
- Human Resources
Our internships are structured on an "80x20" model.
80% of time is spent working on projects and applying what you have learned in the classroom to solve real work-related challenges.
20% of time is spent participating in enrichment & professional development activities (workshops, networking, etc.)
INL hires interns year-round and on an as needed basis. Below is an approximate timeline for live postings and offers. Postings are typically open for 14 days, so we recommend students check our job board weekly for new openings.
Fall Internships
- Postings Launch: May - July
- Offers Are Made: June - July
Spring Internships
- Postings Launch: October - December
- Offers Are Made: November - December
Summer Internships
- Postings Launch: November - May
- Offers Are Made: Mid February - Late April
Interest Form Requirements:
Minimum Requirements For An Internship:
- Complete an application
- Have the ability to pass a background check
- Enrolled full time student status at an accredited college or university (undergraduate, graduate, PhD)
- Possess a minimum overall 3.0 Grade Point Average
- Possess authorization to work in the U.S.
INL Internships Overview:
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions. INL hosts over 500 students each year to support INL’s mission.
Chosen applicants are required to show a proven dedication to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
Join INL’s team and find your exceptional educational experience in a real-world work environment. INL offers a unique opportunity to learn, collaborate, innovate, and conduct research with top researchers and professionals.
INL Mission:
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision:
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
Selective Service Requirements:
To be eligible for employment at INL men born after December 31, 1959, must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
INL is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits, Wage, and Relocation:
INL internships include a nationally competitive wage. Eligible interns are provided holiday pay, and many of our internships offer travel reimbursements.
Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidates will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.
Undergraduate Internships ($25.65/hour-$30.70/hour) / Masters Internships and PhD Internships Pre-Candidacy ($31.75/hour-$34.06/hour) / PhD Internships Post Candidacy ($33.75/hour-$36.06/hour)
Questions?
UniversityRecruiting@inl.gov
