Nuc Cyber Security Intern – Fall 2026

Idaho National Laboratory

. Report to the Material Minimization, Security, and International Safeguards team .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeIdaho Falls • Idaho • United StatesEntry Level💰 $30 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity research, particularly in nuclear cybersecurity, cyber threat intelligence, and defensive cybersecurity. Capable of collaborating with diverse teams and communicating complex technical findings effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cybersecurity ResearchCyber Threat IntelligenceDefensive CybersecurityIncident ResponseCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityComputer ScienceComputer EngineeringElectrical EngineeringNuclear EngineeringData ScienceInformation TechnologyOT SecurityCyber-Physical AnalysisSecurity Testing

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration SkillsCommitment to Diversity

Industry Keywords

Nuclear CybersecurityMaterial MinimizationSecurityInternational SafeguardsSupply-Chain SecurityAdvanced ReactorsGeographically Distributed TeamDOE O 124.3BSelective Service RegistrationHybrid Schedule

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Material Minimization, Security, and International Safeguards team
Conduct nuclear cybersecurity research for U.S. and international partners
Collaborate with nuclear operators, technology developers, regulators, laboratories, and universities
Address cybersecurity challenges in current and next-generation nuclear facilities
Contribute to research in cyber threat intelligence, defensive cybersecurity, OT security, cyber-physical analysis, advanced reactors, supply-chain security, incident response, and security testing/exercises
Work under the mentorship of experienced INL researchers
Perform research and office-based duties including computer work, material handling, and inspection
Work a 9x80 hybrid schedule at the Idaho Falls Campus

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Minimum overall 3.0 GPA
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Current resume or CV
Unofficial transcripts, including current and completed degree programs
Current class schedule and number of credits
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
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
Must meet Selective Service registration requirements where applicable
At this time, BEA will not sponsor H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid holiday time off
Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns