Opportunity type
Internship
Independent project
Cause areas
Nuclear security
International security & cooperation
Routes to impact
Skill-building & building career capital
Learning about important cause areas
Testing your fit for a certain career path
Skill set
Conceptual & empirical research
Political & bureaucratic
Academia
Location
Livermore, CA
Description
The Center for Global Security Research (CGSR) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is offering a paid summer 2026 Graduate Research Associate position for students or recent graduates to conduct independent research on global security topics.
- Conduct an independent research project aligned with CGSR/LLNL priorities in areas such as nuclear deterrence, arms control, cybersecurity, and energy security.
- Support ongoing research activities, including literature reviews, data analysis, and workshop planning.
- Present findings to LLNL staff and prepare a technical report or publication at the end of the assignment.
- Participate in seminars, workshops, and collaborative research discussions with experts in the field.
Visa/eligibility: U.S. citizenship is not required, but applicants must comply with NDAA Section 3112 restrictions (citizens of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea without dual U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residence are not eligible).
This text was generated by AI. If you notice any inconsistencies, please let us know using this form
Join 60k subscribers and sign up for the EA Newsletter, a monthly email with the latest ideas and opportunities