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Last Updated: Mar. 25, 2026

Analytical Maintenance Internship

ANR Group Inc

Industry: STEM

Category: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Type: Internship

Location: In-Person in Richland

Application Deadline: May. 25, 2026

Starts: May. 26, 2026

Available Positions: 1

Salary Range: $26.13 - $28.67

Hours Per Week: 40 - 40

$ Paid
 Full Time
 Part Time

Available Days of the Week

  • Monday - Preferred
  • Tuesday - Preferred
  • Wednesday - Preferred
  • Thursday - Preferred

Description

ANR Group Inc is recruiting students currently enrolled in Electrical Engineering,  Chemistry,  Business,  Industrial Health,  or Project Management  for a summer internship opportunity with Hanford Laboratory Management and Integration on the Hanford site in Richland,  WA.

This internship is open to students with Junior or Senior  class standing that can be available for a 12-to-14-week internship.  This position is a full-time,  40 hour per week internship.  The schedule is Monday-  Thursday,  6 a.m.  to 4:30 p.m.  The hourly rate is $26-$29 per hour depending on major and class standing.

The Analytical Instrument Maintenance department at the 222-S Laboratory is experiencing an increased workload due to modernization initiatives,  expanding instrument inventories,  and the integration of digital and AI tools.  An intern is needed to provide support with workflow optimization,  documentation updates,  compliance tasks,  project coordination,  and the practical implementation of AI in maintenance activities.  This role will contribute to workforce development,  succession planning,  and improved operational reliability by engaging with Laboratory,  Engineering/Planning,  Maintenance organizations,  and outside service providers.

Responsibilities

Duties:

Develop Hands-On Skills in Instrument Maintenance:

  • Gain practical experience in preventive and corrective maintenance on laboratory analytical instruments,  including calibration,  routine inspections,  and troubleshooting tasks.
  • Apply Artificial Intelligence in a Legacy Laboratory Environment:
  • Evaluate,  pilot,  and document AI-enhanced solutions for maintenance workflows,  data collection,  and process automation;  ensure alignment with strict conduct of operations and uphold scientific integrity.

Understand and Uphold Regulatory and Compliance Standards:

  • Learn to maintain accurate records,  follow procedural requirements,  and support compliance with laboratory regulations,  including documentation standards and audit readiness.
  • Perform Workflow Optimization and Process Mapping:
  • Participate in the mapping and analysis of existing departmental workflows,  identify inefficiencies,  and recommend digital and procedural improvements—particularly those leveraging AI tools.

Enhance Communication and Coordination Skills:

  • Develop proficiency in preparing,  distributing,  and tracking communications between maintenance,  laboratory,  engineering/planning teams,  and outside service providers;  utilize collaborative digital platforms such as Teams and SharePoint.

Integrate Digital Tools for Project Management and Reporting:

  • Learn to use digital platforms for scheduling,  collaborative tasks,  status tracking,  and reporting;  create and update project dashboards and progress summaries.

Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Engage with Laboratory,  Engineering/Planning,  Maintenance,  and external service provider personnel to develop a holistic understanding of how analytical instrument maintenance interacts across organizational boundaries.

Promote Scientific Integrity and Rigorous Operations:

  • Practice strict adherence to conduct of operations,  data accuracy,  and documentation standards,  ensuring maintenance activities meet the laboratory’s requirements for scientific rigor.

Present Findings and Recommendations:

  • Summarize internship work in reports and presentations,  including a capstone project on the practical field implementation of AI,  process improvements,  and recommendations for future enhancements in the maintenance environment.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • US Citizenship
  • Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher
  • Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the internship
  • Junior or Senior class standing,  fulltime students (12+  credit hours)  during the two quarters/semesters immediately preceding the start of the internship or a recent college graduate

Desired Qualifications:

  • While prior experience with complex electronic devices or chemical analysis systems is not required,  candidates possessing relevant skills or background may have opportunities to steer the internship deeper into these technical areas,  including advanced instrumentation troubleshooting,  system optimization,  and digital innovation.
  • Interest in modern digital tools (e.g.,  Teams,  SharePoint,  workflow platforms)  for collaboration and workflow optimization.
  • Willingness to learn about and explore practical field implementation of AI and digital automation solutions within a legacy laboratory environment.
  • Analytical and creative problem-solving skills,  especially as applied to process improvement or the adoption of technology.
  • Ability to document processes,  maintain data integrity,  and follow established compliance protocols.
  • Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams,  including laboratory staff,  engineers,  planners,  maintenance personnel,  and outside service providers.

To apply,  complete the online application at www.anrgroupinc.com  under the internships tab.  Then,  please email a resume and a copy of your unofficial transcripts to hr@anrinterns.com. 

Contact Ryleigh Laws,  Internship Program Coordinator,  509-946-1725 or hr@anrinterns.com  for more information.

ANR Group Inc and its clients are equal opportunity employers.

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