Fermilab Computational Science Internship - Summer 2026

Graduate internship program for students majoring in computer science and related fields who are interested in working at a national science research laboratory. While providing the opportunity to gain understanding of and experience with Fermilab's computing for high energy physics, interns assist with laboratory research and development efforts to explore and enable the use of state-of-the-art tools and technology for the benefit of the science community.

Eligibility

Enrollment in a U.S. college or university graduate program in computer science or related field

3.0 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale

Eligible to work in the United States

Application Procedure

Before applying have all requirements ready. Once submitted, access to the application will no longer be available to upload any missing requirements.

Online application - Application Walkthrough Video Guide

Resume

Unofficial transcript

Internship Details

Program Dates : May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Application Dates : November 3, 2025 - January 17, 2026

Offer Date : February 21, 2026

Acceptance Date : February 27, 2026

Salary : Depending on academic year

Master (year 1) - $1,000 per 40-hour workweek

Master (year 2) - $1,050 per 40-hour workweek

PhD - $1,100 per 40-hour workweek

Airfare / Housing / Transportation : Airfare, Housing and Transportation paid by the program if permanent address is more than 50 miles from host laboratory.

Location : Onsite work schedule

Deliverables

Oral presentation

Poster presentation

Questions? Email Internships@fnal.gov

Why Fermilab :

Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening for candidates 18 and over. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus

Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here : If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next :

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