Energy Group Internships

SULI Students and Mentors

General Atomics (GA) is proud to offer rewarding undergraduate research opportunities through the Department of Energy (DOE) Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI) and the Community College Internship (CCI) programs.

SULI/CCI offers selected applicants an opportunity to perform research under the guidance of laboratory staff scientists and engineers with sponsorship by the DOE.

  • Results: Complete a research paper and present a poster
  • Minimum GPA: 2.95
  • Minimum Age: 18 years as of internship start date
  • Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident
  • Location: DIII-D National Fusion Facility or GA's Inertial Fusion Technologies facilities, both in San Diego, CA
  Spring 2026 Summer 2026 Fall 2025
Online Application Opening Date July 9, 2025 October 15, 2025 March 13, 2025
Application Due Date October 01, 2025 January 07, 2026 May 21, 2025
Program Term Duration *16 weeks 10 weeks *16 weeks
Program Term Dates Jan - May June - Aug Sept - Dec

*CCI Fall/Spring is 400 hours

SULI Students and Mentors
SULI student adjusts an automated mass spectrometer system as part of his research in the Inertial Fusion Technology division.
SULI Students and Mentors
SULI student checks the spatial calibration of a charge exchange recombination spectroscopy system, as part of research into 3-D effects on plasma equilibrium.

For more information and to apply for an internship see the DOE websites for each program.

GA recognizes and appreciates the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcomes all qualified individuals to consider our many career opportunities by visiting https://www.ga-careers.com.