IT Business Systems Analyst Graduate Intern - Summer 2026

  • Intern
  • Organization: Office of the Director
  • Category: Information Technology/Computing
  • Job Code 2: 714.0 Intern Nonexempt
  • Employee Referral Bonus: Not applicable
  • Job Code 1: 705.2 Grad Student R&D/Technical
  • Pre-Employment Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
  • Pre-Placement Medical Exam: Not applicable
  • Position Type: Student Intern
  • Security Clearance: Either no clearance, DOE L or Q clearance depending on assignment. Clearances require U.S. citizenship and a background investigation. Uncleared positions over 179 days may require an investigation.

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. 

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description

We have an opening for an IT Business Systems Analyst Intern supporting the Enterprise Service Management Office (eSMO) within the Livermore Information Technology (LivIT) Program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and collaborating with IT teams to document effective solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities.

In this role you will

  • Conduct research on industry trends and best practices to support project initiatives.
  • Create and maintain documentation, including process flows, user guides, and training materials.
  • Analyze and interpret data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for business process improvements.
  • Gather and document business requirements through customer interviews, surveys, and workshops.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to develop and design technology solutions that meet business needs.
  • Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure technology solutions developed meet business requirements.
  • Assist in evaluating new tools and software solutions.
  • Propose recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Attend meetings and contribute to discussions regarding project status and updates.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).  See Additional Information section below for details.
  • Must be a college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution with a graduate degree in information systems, Computing Science, Communications, or related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail, demonstrated through applied math coursework, analysis in R/MATLAB/Python, careful review of computational outputs, and supporting 20+ students weekly with R Studio troubleshooting, data analysis, and statistical modeling.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex quantitative ideas and complex mathematical/statistical concepts in one-on-one and group settings.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, evidenced by managing recurring weekly student support, maintaining structured datasets (Excel) for 100+ soil samples, and collecting, validating, and organizing survey data from 200+ patients.
  • Ability to think creatively and adapt to changing requirements, proven through supporting diverse student questions and troubleshooting varied R Studio workflows.
  • Ability to present, summarize, and communicate concepts, findings, and recommendations clearly and effectively. 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Pay Range

$6,752 - $8,201 Monthly

This position is under a step structure.  Please note that the step placement is determined by your most recent completed academic year.

Additional Information

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

Security Clearance

This position requires either no security clearance, or a Department of Energy (DOE) L-level or Q-level clearance depending on the particular assignment.  

If you are selected and a security clearance is required, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  L and Q-level clearances require U.S. citizenship.  

If no security clearance is required, but 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.  

 

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities.  The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position.  To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112.

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.

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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. 

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