ROTC Undergraduate Student Intern - Summer 2025

1 Month ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

This is an internship opportunity for ROTC undergraduate students at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Interns will work on projects related to national security, including fusion ignition, advanced manufacturing, high-performance computing, non-proliferation, and intelligence assessment. Responsibilities include performing technical assignments, conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting results. The internship aims to strengthen the relationship between the United States military and LLNL and provide hands-on experience in various scientific and engineering fields. Interns will also attend lectures and workshops related to the ROTC Program.
Must have:
  • Active ROTC member
  • Undergraduate degree in related field
  • Apply basic engineering/scientific skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Experience with computers and MS Office
  • Ability to work in a team
Good to have:
  • GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Knowledge of computer science programs
Perks:
  • Holiday Pay
  • Sick leave accrual
  • Individual 401(k) contributions

Job Details

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

All applicants must be a Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) affiliate to qualify.

Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come participate in an internship at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are looking for students who are active ROTC that demonstrate an understanding of working in partnership with team peers, who engage, advocate, and contribute to building an inclusive culture, and provide expertise to solve challenging problems.

Pay Range

$22.10 - $30.00 Hourly.

This position is under a step structure.  Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

Job Description

We have multiple openings for Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) undergraduate level students for the opportunity to strengthen the relationship with the United States military and enhance the tie between the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Energy-Defense Programs (DOE-DP), and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL).

ROTC interns work on projects in LLNL programs focusing on national security issues such as: fusion ignition and laser technology research at the National Ignition Facility, advanced manufacturing and materials technologies in support of our stockpile stewardship program, high-performance computing to enable scientific discovery and Laboratory missions, non-proliferation and arms control, and intelligence assessment. Specific projects will be determined following discussions with selected students and supervising researchers.


Interested individuals are to include their military branch of service, rank and clearance level (if any) when applying for this internship.

You will

  • Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide advanced technical support to scientist in scientific research and development projects. Will use more advanced techniques.
  • Conduct research in assigned area under limited direction and supervision.
  • Assist in conducting and documenting experiments.
  • Collect and analyze data.
  • Document and present results.
  • Attend Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Program lectures and assigned workshops.
  • Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
  • Perform all duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Active ROTC member to an academic institution.   
  • Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a undergraduate degree in physics, engineering, computer science, political science, biology or a related field.
  • Ability to apply basic skills in engineering, scientific, or physics principles to solve technical problems.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
  • Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.              
  • Demonstrated academic achievement in physics, engineering, computer science or a related field.

Qualifications We Desire

  • GPA of 3.0 or above.
  • Knowledge of computer science programs/software preferred.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

Security Clearance

This position requires either no security clearance, or a Department of Energy (DOE) L-level or Q-level clearance depending on the particular assignment.  

If you are selected and a security clearance is required, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  L and Q-level clearances require U.S. citizenship.  

If no security clearance is required, but your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process.  This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check.  (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)

 

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities.  The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position.  To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession.  This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.  

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

How to identify fake job advertisements

Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond.

To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is 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 the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

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