PWDI Graduate Scholars Internship Program

What You Will Do

This Program offers summer internships for technical graduate students who are working with programs at NM colleges and universities that are part of the Plutonium Workforce Development Initiative (PWDI). The internship provides students with relevant work experience while pursuing an graduate degree. This educational program is designed to complement the students' education with work experience related to their chosen field of study. Internships are available in science, research, professional, and support fields. Students are assigned to tasks and activities appropriate for their academic and work backgrounds.

What You Need

• Currently enrolled in an accredited graduate program.
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent) in an graduate degree program (or international equivalent).
• Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Contact Information

• Email: applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)665-4444 option 1.
• For sponsored programs inquiries: sponsoredprograms@lanl.gov

Important Notes

• Note to Applicants: When applying, candidates must attach: A resume, Personal statement (not to exceed one page) Their most recent transcripts (or an acceptance letter if transcripts have not been issued).
• Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents (resume, personal statement, transcript) will not be considered for employment.
• Applicants must be attending a NM college or university and be working with the PWDI programs at the respective university or college.
• Personal statements are most effective when they clearly indicate your research interests and highlight your most notable achievements and accomplishments. It should also explain how you have demonstrated the application of desired knowledge and skills in your previous academic and work experiences.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Additional Details

• Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2.
• New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
• Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account

• Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
• Enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
• Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form.

How to Apply

• Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process.
• Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
• Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later.