Undergraduate Research Assistant Internship – Idaho National Laboratory

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking undergraduate students pursuing STEM degrees to join our Science & Technology Internship Talent Pipeline. This immersive program offers hands-on, mission-driven research experiences that directly support INL’s work in nuclear energy, national security, and critical infrastructure. Students will collaborate with world-class scientists, engineers, and technical professionals on projects that span advanced reactors, cybersecurity, materials science, environmental science, and more. Undergraduate interns are expected to apply foundational knowledge from their academic programs and develop new technical skills.

To explore examples of past student research, visit the INL Internship Poster Session Archive.

To learn more about INL’s mission areas, visit our INL Fact Sheets, which provide overviews of INL’s work in advanced reactors, cybersecurity, grid resilience, clean energy integration, and more.

Common Majors:   

• Engineering Disciplines
  • Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Aerospace, Industrial, Manufacturing, Safety, Fire Protection, Quality, Power Systems, Project/Construction, Facility, and Environmental Engineering

• Computer & Data Sciences
  • Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

• Physical & Life Sciences
  • Physics, Chemistry (including Analytical), Biology, Ecology, Earth & Life Sciences, Geology, Environmental Science

• Social & Applied Sciences
  • Anthropology, Health Physics, Emergency Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Drafting Design, Fabrication and Welding
• Other related STEM majors will be considered based on project needs

Responsibilities 

• Support research and development projects under the guidance of INL scientists and engineers.

• Conduct data collection, analysis, and experimental work.

• Participate in technical discussions and contribute to project documentation.

• Engage in enrichment activities including workshops and networking.

• Other duties, projects, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed

  Applications due December 15, 2025. https://inl.taleo.net/careersection/inl_intern/jobdetail.ftl?job=23305