Particle Physics Internship Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description
Job Title Graduate Student Intern - Physics
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name P-3/Nuclear & Particle Physics & Applications Group
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What You Will Do
The low-energy nuclear physics team (P3) in LANL's Physics Division is seeking a graduate student to perform research on direct measurement of neutron-induced charged particle reactions. The successful candidate will perform Monte Carlo simulations and data analysis relevant to nuclear reaction cross section measurements with the Low-Energy (n,Z) (LENZ) instrument at the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center. The research will involve characterizing background reactions in LENZ-type experiments and assessing their impact on the extraction of reaction yields. This position supports a range of research projects addressing nuclear data needs for fission and fusion energy applications.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research in a relevant area of nuclear physics, particle physics, astrophysics, nuclear engineering, or related areas
• Ability to communicate both technically and interpersonally both, orally and in writing

Desired Qualifications:

• Programming experience in C/C++ and Python
• Familiarity with Linux operational system
• Familiarity with uncertainty quantification and statistical inference
• Experience working with scientific instrumentation data

Education/Experience :

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

Work Location: Remote/Telework: This position is a remote position. Interns working fully remotely may only work a 5/40 schedule. Interns may not work remotely from Hawaii, Minnesota, Santa Moncia, CA or San Francisco, CA. See Current Restrictions for more information.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

• General information on the LANL Student Program and student salaries is available.
• Evaluation of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• The deadline to apply for full consideration is May 22, 2026

Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
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.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
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Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type GRA
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