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

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Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is Americas 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: 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:
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