Posting Title

Undergraduate Summer Internship: Quality Management

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Location

CO - Golden

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Position Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

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Hours Per Week

40

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Working at NLR

NLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.

Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.

At NLR, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.

Job Description

The Quality Intern supports the Quality Management System (QMS) by assisting with requirements management, calibration program support, data input and validation, analytics, and audit preparation. This role provides hands-on experience working with enterprise systems (e.g., DOORS Next Generation, asset/calibration databases, and Microsoft 365 tools) while contributing to compliance with ISO standards and DOE requirements.

Responsibilities:

Requirements & Systems Support (DOORS Next Generation)

• Assist in organizing, updating, and maintaining requirements within DOORS Next Generation
• Support data entry, tagging, and traceability of requirements to processes and procedures
• Perform structured data input for requirement attributes, relationships, and metadata
• Conduct quality checks to ensure completeness and consistency of requirement records

Calibration & Asset Inventory Support

• Support maintenance of the calibration and measuring & test equipment (M&TE) inventory
• Perform data entry and updates for asset records, calibration status, and equipment history
• Assist in tracking calibration schedules and identifying overdue or missing records
• Validate data accuracy between systems and physical inventory

Data Input, Management & Analytics

• Perform high-volume, structured data input across quality systems (DOORS, calibration systems, audit trackers, etc.)
• Clean, organize, and standardize datasets for reporting and analysis
• Support development of dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel and Power BI
• Conduct basic trend analysis for:
  • Nonconformances
  • Corrective actions
  • Audit findings
• Assist in maintaining data integrity, traceability, and version control

ISO Audit Preparation Support

• Assist in preparation for ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 17025 audits
• Support data compilation and document population for audit evidence packages
• Perform document reviews for completeness, formatting, and control compliance
• Help track audit actions, findings, and corrective actions

General Quality Program Support

• Assist with document control and records management activities
• Support process improvement initiatives and quality projects
• Participate in internal assessments and effectiveness reviews as needed

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Basic Qualifications

Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.

Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.
Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.

Please Note:
• Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.
• If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.
• Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Eligibility requirements: This position will require access to Controlled Unclassified Information which may include restricted dissemination requirements based on citizenship. As a result, applicants may be excluded from consideration based on citizenship in accordance with DOE O 471.7, Controlled Unclassified Information.

* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Eligibility requirements: This position will require access to Controlled Unclassified Information which may include restricted dissemination requirements based on citizenship. As a result, applicants may be excluded from consideration based on citizenship in accordance with DOE O 471.7, Controlled Unclassified Information.
• Currently pursuing a degree in:
  • Engineering
  • Data Analytics
  • Information Systems
  • Quality Management
  • Or related field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with structured data
• Ability to follow defined processes and maintain data accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI)

• Experience with data input, data cleansing, or database management

• Familiarity with quality systems, ISO standards, or auditing concepts

• Experience working with structured systems (e.g., requirements tools, asset databases)

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Job Application Submission Window

The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.

Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

Job Profile: / Annual Salary Range: $34,800 - $55,700

NLR takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits Summary

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law). NLR employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Internships projected to be less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.

* Based on eligibility rules

Badging Requirement

NLR is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation. Intern assignments extending beyond six months will be subject to this requirement.

Drug Free Workplace

NLR is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.

If you are offered employment at NLR, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NLR you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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