What You Will Do

The Post Bachelors Internship Program is a year-round internship program that provides students with relevant professional experience before pursuing an advanced degree. Students will work and train with accounting and finance professionals in a variety of organizations. We offer competitive compensation and value the contributions of all team members. Be a part of our important national security mission by joining the Laboratory today!

The Finance Post Bachelors Internship Program is designed for students who have completed their undergraduate degree in a business-related field. Students will be trained as part of the Finance Division Pipeline Program and will be expected to join the Finance Graduate Research Assistant MBA program. The program, offered through New Mexico State University, allows individuals to obtain their MBA in 24 months online while securing an opportunity for a full-time position at Los Alamos National Laboratory with all tuition and fees covered. Upon graduation students may be placed in various positions in the Finance organization.

The Finance Division delivers financial products and services in support of the Laboratory's mission. Our Financial management focus includes the following:

• Performing work in the Finance and Administrative Fields.
• Building, maintaining, and analyzing spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.
• Utilizing multiple computer applications to conduct research and analysis.
• Integrating processes and systems across the Finance Division.
• Providing quality business processes and systems throughout the Laboratory.
• Partnering with the programs and technical divisions to strengthen our business capabilities.
• Providing stewardship of Laboratory, and government resources.
• Maintaining a safe and secure working environment.
• Working as a team member with direction from your mentor.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent, in a business-related field.
• Must have received a bachelor's degree within the last three years. Must not yet be accepted and enrolled in a graduate program.
• Proficiency using basic computer tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook for business communications.
• Pass a new employment drug test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new employment drug test and maintain a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" clearance which typically requires US citizenship.
• Reliable internet is required for telework.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience and/or education in the field of business.
• Experience analyzing and editing databases.
• Experience learning from online tutorials (LinkedIn, YouTube, Khan Academy)

Candidates will be required to demonstrate basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Features of the Program:

• The Post-Baccalaureate category offers college graduates the opportunity to participate in the Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) Program after graduation.
• This category applies to those interns who have been awarded a bachelor's degree within the past three years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in a graduate program. Post-baccalaureate interns may remain in this category for up to two years.
• Interns should use this appointment to prepare for graduate school acceptance (e.g., GRE/GMAT exams, applications, etc). An intern may move into GRA status when documentation is provided indicating the intern's intention to accept an offer of admission the NMSU online MBA program.

Education Required: Completion of a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline within the past three years.

Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM with the potential for teleworking from a location within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite will be periodically required. Telework is at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Note to Applicants: Application Requirements: In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements, students must do the following:

• Students must upload a 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) current transcript.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

§ Dental and vision insurance

§ Free basic life and disability insurance

§ Paid childbirth and parental leave

§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q(Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusCasualAppointment TypeUGSUGS

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