Space Science Institute Undergraduate Intern - Summer 2027

Requirements: Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). See Additional Information section below for details. Must be a continuing student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a related field. If you will be graduating and receive a bachelor's by the time the internship starts, please apply to the SSI graduate posting. Demonstrated academic achievement in astronomy, planetary science or a related field. Ability to apply basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems. Demonstrated effective communication skills. Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas. Familiarity with modern computer-based data analysis approaches, summarizing and presenting results. Ability to work in a team environment. Pay Range $23.26 - $31.62 Hourly This position is under a step structure. Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year. #LI-Onsite Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! Holiday Pay Sick leave accrual Individual 401(k) contributions

Our values: visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values Security Clearance None required. However, if 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. 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