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About the position
The National Security Internship Program (NSIP) at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) offers highly qualified students the opportunity to engage in research and development critical to national security, focusing on preventing and countering terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Interns will work in various focus areas, including applied radiation detection, analytical chemistry, nuclear engineering, and more, contributing to the advancement of technologies and methodologies that enhance national security.
Responsibilities
- Participate in research and development projects related to national security, energy, and science.
- Engage in applied research in areas such as chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives measurement.
- Collaborate with teams to develop and apply advanced technologies for threat detection and analysis.
- Contribute to projects that support the interdiction of nuclear materials and compliance with international treaties.
- Utilize data science and novel sensor development to enhance detection capabilities.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a Master's program at an accredited college or university.
- Minimum GPA of 3.3 required.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience or coursework in acoustics, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, computer science, nuclear engineering, and related fields.
- Familiarity with data analytics and modeling techniques.
- Knowledge of national security issues and technologies.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance.
- 401k savings plan and pension plan eligibility.
