Idaho National Laboratory

About

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is a science‑based applied engineering national laboratory that supports the U.S. Department of Energy’s missions in nuclear science, energy research, and national defense. Since 1949, INL has pioneered nuclear power, producing the world’s first commercially viable nuclear electricity in 1951, and continues to operate the Advanced Test Reactor, a premier national scientific user facility. The laboratory’s multidisciplinary portfolio also spans alternative fuels, wind power, high‑performance computing, robotics, critical infrastructure protection, and carbon management, positioning it at the forefront of emerging energy and security technologies. INL’s expansive 890‑square‑mile site and collaborative research environment foster innovative solutions that advance both the nation’s energy independence and homeland security. Careers at INL offer professionals the chance to contribute to cutting‑edge science and engineering while shaping the future of energy and national defense.