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
  Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027
Online Application Opening Date October 23, 2025 March 12, 2026 July 2026
Application Due Date January 7, 2026 May 20, 2026 September 2026
Program Term Duration 10 weeks *16 weeks *16 weeks
Program Term Dates June - Aug Sept - Dec Jan - May

*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.