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EHS Support

2026 Internship Program

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Environmental Sciences: Includes candidates for a degree in geology, biology, ecology, environmental chemistry, natural resources management, or other related environmental sciences. * Engineering:

Cherokee Federal

Chemist I

Crane, IN · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a closely related field ... support (internship experience counts). * Familiarity with environmental analytical concepts ...

St Edwards University

Adjunct of Chemistry

Austin, TX · On-site

... exciting internship opportunities. The community atmosphere extends to the approximately 800 ... environment for students. An overview of St. Edward's University employee benefits is available at;

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To thrive as an Internship Environmental Chemistry, you typically need a background in chemistry, environmental science, or a related field, along with foundational laboratory skills. Familiarity with analytical instruments such as gas chromatography, spectrophotometry, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is often expected. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills for success in this position. These competencies ensure interns can accurately conduct experiments, document results, and collaborate with colleagues on environmental research projects.

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Interns in environmental chemistry often assist with sample collection, preparation, and analysis in the laboratory, supporting research on topics such as water, air, or soil quality. You may be tasked with running analytical equipment, recording and interpreting data, and helping maintain lab safety protocols. Interns frequently work alongside experienced chemists and environmental scientists, gaining practical experience in both independent tasks and collaborative projects. This hands-on work not only helps build your technical skills but also provides valuable insight into how environmental research informs regulatory decisions and sustainable practices.

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An Internship in Environmental Chemistry is a temporary position where students or recent graduates gain hands-on experience in analyzing environmental samples, conducting lab experiments, and assisting with research on pollutants and their effects. Interns may work in laboratories, government agencies, or environmental organizations, helping to test air, water, and soil quality. This role provides practical exposure to environmental regulations, analytical techniques, and data interpretation. It is an excellent opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world environmental challenges while developing technical and problem-solving skills.

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Senior Chemist (Radiochemistry), Advanced

Senior Chemist (Radiochemistry), Advanced

Savannah River National Laboratory

Aiken, SC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description


SRNL seeks a Senior Scientist & Engineer with broad and deep expertise in radiochemistry, environmental chemistry, materials science, and advanced X ray and spectroscopic characterization. This role provides scientific leadership across federal mission spaces including nuclear materials processing, radiological environmental science, nuclear fuel cycle R&D, waste form development, safeguards and nonproliferation, analytical method development, and emerging signature science.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in interfacial chemistry, contaminant speciation, materials degradation mechanisms, ion exchange and separation science, cementitious and engineered waste materials, and cutting edge synchrotron and benchtop X ray methods.
This position is designed for a senior technical leader who integrates fundamental chemistry, advanced measurement science, and applied systems understanding to generate new knowledge, test hypotheses, develop technologies, guide national laboratory programs, and address complex radiochemical and materials challenges across multiple federal sponsors.
Responsibilities
Scientific Leadership & Technical Innovation
  • Lead research in radiochemistry, geochemistry, and materials chemistry, emphasizing contaminant fate, transport, and chemical transformations in complex aqueous, geological, and engineered systems.
  • Design and execute studies integrating spectroscopy, scattering, microscopy, thermodynamic modeling, and complementary analyses to resolve mechanisms of radionuclide behavior, coordination environments, redox chemistry, and solid-phase evolution.
  • Advance separation know-how through ion exchange, sorbent, hybrid resin, and novel material science methods, including mechanistic studies and performance prediction for diverse contaminants.
  • Lead research on cementitious and mineral-based materials including hydration, aging, redox dynamics, contaminant retention, and optimization of contaminant loading and leach behavior.
  • Investigate and develop surface coatings, fixatives, and engineered barrier materials, characterizing physicochemical interactions at microscale and macroscale.

Advanced Measurement Science
  • Serve as a laboratory authority in synchrotron-based X-ray absorption, emission, fluorescence, and scattering techniques, leading proposal development and multi-institutional beamline campaigns at APS, SSRL, and international facilities.
  • Apply benchtop XES, XRF, XAS, XRD, SEM/EDS, and associated methods to characterize materials under radiological and non-radiological conditions.
  • Develop new analytical workflows for speciation analysis, microstructural evaluation, redox state quantification, and chemical imaging of complex systems.
  • Integrate experimental techniques with transport modeling, thermodynamic calculations (PHREEQC, GWB, GEMS), and data analytics (Python) to inform mechanistic and predictive understanding.

Program Development Across Federal Mission Areas
  • Lead and support R&D portfolios for programs such as:
    • DOE Office of Nuclear Energy (NE) - fuel cycle chemistry, waste forms, & separations
    • DOE Office of Science - BES/chemical sciences/ BER/earth systems processes
    • NNSA/NA 22 - signature science, materials characterization, & nuclear security
    • Interagency programs and international collaborations in nuclear materials science
    • DOE EM (as one of several areas), including groundwater investigation, environmental chemistry, and materials degradation science

Collaboration & Scientific Community Leadership
  • Build national and international research networks across national laboratories, universities, and industry partners.
  • Represent SRNL through invited talks, conference session organization, editorial roles, and participation in user committees at large scientific facilities (e.g., APS UEC).
  • Mentor junior scientists, postdocs, and interns; guide development of the next-generation measurement and materials science workforce.

Core Competencies
  • Scientific Authority: Recognized expert in radiochemical and materials characterization science; able to create new understanding and methods applicable across federal domains.
  • Innovation & Mechanistic Insight: Ability to derive fundamental chemical mechanisms and translate them into technological or predictive advances.
  • Programmatic Versatility: Capable of contributing to and leading research for NE, NNSA, EM, SC, and interagency missions, with adaptability across topic areas.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Geochemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 10+ years of post PhD R&D experience with national impact, including leadership of multi disciplinary projects and collaborations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in advanced X-ray methods, spectroscopic and microscopic characterization, and applied materials/radiochemical science.
  • Evidence of national scientific leadership through publications, reports, invited talks, awards, and editorial roles.
  • Strong peer-reviewed publication record
  • Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is legally required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience conducting or leading experiments at DOE light sources or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with nuclear facility QA environments (e.g., NQA 1), though not program specific.
  • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, generate novel hypotheses, and lead new scientific directions, especially at the intersection of materials chemistry, radiochemistry, and environmental/earth system processes.
  • Strong background integrating experimental and modeling approaches to test hypotheses.

About Us
"We put science to work!"
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
*Benefits vary based upon employment status
  • Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
  • Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
  • AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
  • Savings & Investment plan:
    • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
    • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
  • Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
  • Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
About the Team
SRNL's Environmental & Legacy Management (ELM) Directorate closely collaborates with the Department of Energy (DOE) and site contractors to develop, mature, and apply science and technology needed to resolve environmental challenges and advance legacy management missions. As the lead laboratory for Environmental Management (DOE-EM) and Legacy Management (DOE-LM), SRNL applies our talent and expertise to develop and deploy innovative approaches and technologies to reduce risk, cost, and schedule of environmental cleanup and nuclear material processing. Additionally, ELM is using our competencies to develop new materials and processes for a range of clean energy applications.

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