PRISM Internship Supervisor - On Call

The expected hiring range for this position is:

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About the Role:

Fermilab is seeking an Internship Supervisor - On Call for "The Fermilab Program for Research, Innovation, and STEM Mentorship (PRISM)" designed for rising high school seniors or recent high school graduates. The supervisor will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the program, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting the overall experience of participating students.

What your day-to-day as a PRISM Internship Supervisor at Fermilab will look like:

• Work with the summer school director and content team leads to ensure the successful execution of the summer school program.
• Support students in their learning of the content material, answering questions and providing support to content team leads during the lectures, discussions, and tours. Includes teaching some of the content lessons or interactive labs.
• Take student attendance and collect weekly deliverables from the students.
• Ensure all program activities run smoothly, adhering to the established schedule and Fermilab safety guidelines.
• Communicate regularly with the summer school director regarding the summer school, including any issues that need to be addressed or any schedule adjustments that need to be made.
• Collect both formal and informal feedback from students and staff to support continuous improvement of the program. This may include data analysis and written summaries for reporting purposes.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM Education field
• Previous experience as a STEM Educator
• Previous experience with classroom management
• Availability to work on-site at Fermilab from July 13 through August 7 is required. Remote and in-person meetings to prepare for the summer school and complete any Fermilab required trainings may be scheduled in advance of the summer school and will be paid at the same hourly rate.

Application Requirements:

• Online application
• Resume
• Two professional references

Duration:
In-person participation during the four weeks of the summer school at Fermilab, July 13 through August 7. Occasional remote meetings prior to the start of the summer school for planning and preparation will also be required and will be paid at the same $50 hourly rate.

Internship Details
* Program Dates: July 13, 2026 - August 7, 2026
* Application Period: February 25, 2026 - March 6, 2026
* Offer Date: March 20, 2026
* Acceptance Date: March 27, 2026
* Salary: $50 per hour for a 40-hour work week during the summer school
* Housing: Not provided
* Transportation: Not provided
* This program is hybrid.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Internships@fnal.gov.

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
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What To Expect Next:
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