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