Sandia National Laboratories R&D Intern Program
The Sandia National Laboratories R&D Intern Program provides high school, undergraduate, and graduate students with hands-on experience on challenging, real-world projects contributing to national security missions. Interns work under mentorship from leading scientists and engineers, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities in research and development (R&D), technical, and business areas. The program offers competitive pay, potential academic credit for co-ops, and opportunities for collaboration in technical institutes focused on mission-critical topics.
Summer internships span 10-12 weeks from May to August, with year-round options for commuting students. Participants engage in meaningful contributions to Sandia's work, including team activities, career development, and exposure to advanced technologies. R&D interns tackle complex problems in areas like engineering, physics, and computing, gaining practical skills and networking opportunities.
Eligibility Requirements
- At least 16 years of age
- Full-time enrollment at an accredited high school, college, or university (typically 12 units undergrad, 9 grad)
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 for R&D, technical, business positions (2.5 for clerical/laborer)
- U.S. citizenship (or legal authorization to work for non-clearance positions; no sponsorship)
- Ability to obtain favorable background check and pass drug screening
- For summer: enrolled full-time in spring preceding internship
- For year-round/co-op: full-time during academic year
For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.