Critical Infrastructure Analysis Graduate Intern

Job Description We have multiple openings for graduate students to join the Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute (CSI) and to work on topics related to critical infrastructure security and resilience that align with LLNL’s national security missions. The 2027 CSI program will run during the summer with a range of start dates between May 17, 2027, and June 21, 2027, and flexible end dates through September 24, 2027. CSI is designed to provide selected candidates an opportunity to apply their skills to projects in areas of national importance such as critical infrastructure risk analysis and security, energy infrastructure modernization and resilience, and defense critical infrastructure. The program will include opportunities to participate in professional and technical development activities with lab Subject Matter Experts, network with fellow interns and lab employees, and learn about the breadth of LLNL’s support to US national security. This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work. You will • Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of critical infrastructure analysis, modeling, and simulation; cybersecurity; and other related fields working with scientists, engineers, and technical staff members. • Support development, testing, and documentation of Laboratory methodologies and capabilities. • Conduct research under limited direction and supervision in one or more of the following areas, as assigned: • risk and/or decision analysis • infrastructure modeling and/or simulation • threat and/or hazard modeling • data analysis • open-source research and analysis • systems engineering • system decomposition • operations research and/or optimization • Super Intelligence (SI) previously known as artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning • Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide technical support to scientists in scientific research and development projects. • Attend relevant on-site seminars and training classes (at least one per week). • Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications • Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree. • Ability to apply wide-ranging problem-solving techniques and/or analytical principles to solve technical problems. • Demonstrated academic achievement in scientific or engineering curriculum. • Demonstrated effective communication skills. • Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas. • Experience applying engineering principles to solve technical problems. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following topics: machine learning and super intelligence; risk and/or decision analysis; infrastructure modeling and/or simulation; threat and/or hazard modeling; data analysis; open-source research and analysis; systems engineering; system decomposition; operations research and/or optimization. Qualifications We Desire • GPA of 3.0 or above. Pay $10,215 Monthly Please note that the pay is determined by California’s Computer Professional Exemption. 

Additional Information #LI-Onsite Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? • Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! • Holiday Pay • Sick leave accrual • Individual 401(k) contributions • Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values  Security Clearance None required.  However, this position involves U.S. Export Control; this work must be performed by a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. national, or U.S. protected individual (e.g., refugee, asylee)). If your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process.  This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check.  (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)   Pre-Employment Drug Test External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. Wireless and Medical Devices Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession.  This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.   If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. How to identify fake job advertisements Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Reasonable Accommodation Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory.  If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.  California Privacy Notice The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

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