Critical Infrastructure Analysis Graduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute - Summer 2027
Ora
Summary
We have multiple openings for graduate students to join the Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute (CSI) and to work on topics related to critical infrastructure security and resilience that align with LLNL's national security missions. The 2027 CSI program will run during the summer with a range of start dates between May 17, 2027, and June 21, 2027, and flexible end dates through September 24, 2027. CSI is designed to provide selected candidates an opportunity to apply their skills to projects in areas of national importance such as critical infrastructure risk analysis and security, energy infrastructure modernization and resilience, and defense critical infrastructure.
Job description
In this role, you will
- Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of critical infrastructure analysis, modeling, and simulation; cybersecurity; and other related fields working with scientists, engineers, and technical staff members.
- Support development, testing, and documentation of Laboratory methodologies and capabilities.
- Conduct research under limited direction and supervision in one or more of the following areas, as assigned: risk and/or decision analysis; infrastructure modeling and/or simulation; threat and/or hazard modeling; data analysis; open-source research and analysis; systems engineering; system decomposition; operations research and/or optimization; artificial intelligence/machine learning.
- Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide technical support to scientists in scientific research and development projects.
- Attend relevant on-site seminars and training classes (at least one per week).
- Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree.
- Ability to apply wide-ranging problem-solving techniques and/or analytical principles to solve technical problems.
- Demonstrated academic achievement in scientific or engineering curriculum.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills.
- Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
- Experience applying engineering principles to solve technical problems.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following topics: machine learning and artificial intelligence; risk and/or decision analysis; infrastructure modeling and/or simulation; threat and/or hazard modeling; data analysis; open-source research and analysis; systems engineering; system decomposition; operations research and/or optimization.
Qualifications We Desire
GPA of 3.0 or above.
Requirements
- Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a graduate degree.
- Ability to apply wide-ranging problem-solving techniques and/or analytical principles to solve technical problems.
- Demonstrated academic achievement in scientific or engineering curriculum.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills.
- Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
- Experience applying engineering principles to solve technical problems.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following topics: machine learning and artificial intelligence; risk and/or decision analysis; infrastructure modeling and/or simulation; threat and/or hazard modeling; data analysis; open-source research and analysis; systems engineering; system decomposition; operations research and/or optimization.
- GPA of 3.0 or above.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Sick Leave Accrual
- 401(k) Contributions
Company overview
Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, operating as a specialized contract research organization (CRO) focused exclusively on ophthalmology. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, the company has over 45 years of experience in advancing eye care innovations globally. Ora provides comprehensive research and development services spanning preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and product development for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies. With operations across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia, the company has helped clients achieve more than 85 product approvals to date. Ora's expertise covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including allergy, dry eye, retina diseases, glaucoma, and anti-infective therapies. The company employs over 500 ophthalmology specialists who utilize proprietary clinical models, integrated data solutions, and global regulatory strategies to accelerate product development from concept to market. Ora serves a diverse client base ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, positioning itself as the trusted partner for ophthalmic innovation worldwide.