STEM Intern

Requisition
76083
-Posted
- Columbus

- OH

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

At Battelle, interns and co‑ops make an impact through hands‑on learning and exciting and challenging projects. Our interns are an integral part of the teams they support and will feel like they are a true, valued team member. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

A brighter future is possible with you.

Join a hands‑on engineering team driving real mission impact - an internship where you’ll solve problems, build tech, and grow fast. We are seeking a STEM Intern
for Summer 2026 (May 18 – early Aug) to support converting historical technical information to electronic formats including scanning, data mining, data cleaning, and formatting for electronic database storage. The Metallic Materials Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) program has paper and electronic records in multiple unstructured formats documenting the program back to its beginning in 1937. This position is 100% onsite located in
Columbus, Ohio
. The Final date to receive applications is March 12, 2026.

The Defense & Materials Solutions group is made up of engineers, designers, technicians, scientists and analysts contracted by the US Government to develop unique solutions to design challenges that often border on the impossible. The STEM Intern will be an integral part of the multi‑disciplinary teams that we form around each project.

Intern activities may include some or all of the following:

• Review paper documents and prepare them for scanning. Small files may be handled by this individual. Large files may be scanned by the internal print office.
• Review electronic records and transfer various unstructured information into appropriate database templates.
• Work closely with MMPDS Team to identify redundant information to reduce the current Archive footprint.
• Recommend process improvements for future work. Document any new processes.

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Data Science.
• Must be sole US citizen with ability to obtain government security clearance.

• Basic knowledge of material properties, chemistry, mechanical design
• Basic programming skills including Python, AI, and machine learning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team of experienced technical and nontechnical professionals.
• Interest in aerospace industry or other failure critical industries

Preparing You for Career Success

The Battelle intern and co‑op program is a great way to increase experience both on a team and as an independent contributor. Ninety‑eight percent of internship survey respondents said they felt better prepared to enter the workforce after their Battelle internship and 100% said they were treated with respect by their colleagues.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment
• Become the next generation of scientific leaders and business professionals

Are you ready to help solve the most important challenges of today and tomorrow?

If so, we are ready to support you with:

• Flexible work schedules:
  Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:
  You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
• Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
• Opportunities for…