VALOR Apprenticeship 2026

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

The VALOR Apprenticeship is a The VALOR Apprenticeship is a highly competitive, paid, six-month fall/spring training and career exploration program for military veterans at the beginning of their civilian careers and recent Illinois JROTC high school graduates. During the program, participants build and enhance their technical, computing, or business proficiencies. Assuming apprentice-level expertise, general military experience and/or knowledge based on academic study, the opportunity offers a wide range of placement options. The apprenticeship may allow the participant to fabricate, assemble, calibrate, operate, test, repair or modify electronic or mechanical equipment, systems, devices, or databases. Exposures may also include experiences with information technology, procurement, or environmental, safety and health.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Executes assigned duties in designated area.
* Meets with assigned manager/mentor to receive direction and guidance, as needed.
* May create a project/work plan with assigned manager/mentor.
* Communicates cooperatively and effectively with peers, other Laboratory staff and vendors of materials and services.
* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
* Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Eligibility
* Military Veteran or JROTC high school graduate
* Proof of identity
* Eligible to work in the U.S.

Application Procedure:
Before you apply, please have all your requirements ready. Once you submit the application you will no longer have access and will not be able to upload any missing requirements.

* Online application - Application Walkthrough Video Guide
* Resume
* DD-214 Forms (save as pdf, upload under the Resume section)

Internship Details:

• Application Period: November 13, 2025 - December 17, 2025

• Acceptance Period: December 2025 - February 2026

• Program Dates: Internship dates vary (5 days /40 hours per week)

• Salary: $20.00 per hour

• Transportation: Reimbursement for one round trip domestic flight or mileage reimbursement at the allowable rate for eligible interns

• Housing: A housing stipend is available for eligible interns

• Location: Internship is in-person onsite in Batavia, IL & Fermilab Installations

Deliverables

* Oral presentation
* Exit survey

If you have any application questions or issues, please email us at 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
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next:
We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.