Nuc Cyber Security Intern - Fall 2026

Reporting to the Material Minimization, Security, and International Safeguards team, you will join a multidisciplinary team doing nuclear cybersecurity research for U.S. and international partners. You'll collaborate with nuclear operators, tech developers, regulators, labs, and universities to address cybersecurity challenges in current and next-generation nuclear facilities.

This hands-on role contributes to active research in areas such as cyber threat intelligence, defensive, cybersecurity, OT security, cyber-physical analysis, advanced reactors, supply-chain security, incident response, and security testing/exercises. You'll work under the mentorship of experienced INL researchers, with responsibilities growing alongside your skills.

This team works a 9x80 hybrid schedule at our Idaho Falls Campus. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate junior or senior enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university studying cybersecurity, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, data science, information technology, or a closely related field.
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment.
• Applicants are subject to the requirements of DOE O 124.3B, Unclassified Foreign National Access Program.

The ideal candidate will possess

• A demonstrated ability to research complex technical topics and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with a geographically distributed technical team.

Compensation

Undergraduate Internships ($29.94/hour - $32.41/hour)

Physical Requirements

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, operate a computer keyboard or type, handle materials, or reach with hands and arms performing the essential functions of the classification. The duties require sitting for long periods. The employee must occasionally lift 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, conduct research and inspect materials.

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively in person, by telephone or electronic mail. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an office setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.