1. How do I apply for a position at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)?
2. May I refer a colleague?
3. What are the citizenship requirements for employment at ORNL?
4. Do you provide relocation assistance?
5. Does ORNL help employees obtain United States Visas?
6. Must I have a security clearance to work at ORNL?
7. How do I know if I’ve been declined?
8. How do I know I am being considered for a position?
9. What is your selection process?
10. Am I required to have a background investigation?
11. What are typical contingencies after the position is offered?
12. How often do you post positions?
13. How long are positions available on the website?
14. How will I know that my profile/CV was received?
15. Does ORNL encourage or offer assistance in continuing my education?
16. Who do I contact if I have difficutly applying?

Please identify a position that you would like to apply for and submit your resume electronically through our online system.  We only accept resumes/CV's that are submitted through our jobs page for a specific position.

2. May I refer a colleague?

Yes, please refer the person to our jobs website.  In the future we will have an option for you to personally refer candidates.

3. What are the citizenship requirements for employment at ORNL?

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  ORNL has a Foreign National and Immigration Services group that is available to help foreign national employees obtain and maintain employable visa status.

4. Do you provide relocation assistance?

For some positions we provide relocation assistance.  It is noted in the position description if relocation assistance is available.

5. Does ORNL help employees obtain United States Visas?

ORNL’s Foreign National and Immigration Services group is available to answer questions about obtaining a visa to work in the US.  They are also available to assist with the process of obtaining a visa.

6. Must I have a security clearance to work at ORNL?

Positions requiring a security clearance will be noted in the position requirements.  If a clearance is required, we will begin the process of obtaining one after you accept the position.

7. How do I know if I’ve been declined?

You will receive an e-mail notifying you of our decision to pursue other candidates.  Generally these occur at the end of our selection process.  If declined, you may check our jobs website for new positions.

8. How do I know I am being considered for a position?

Our hiring team reviews all resumes/CV's for those candidates who most closely align with the needs of the position.  If your qualifications match the specific needs for the position, a recruiter or hiring manager will contact you to further discuss your qualifications.

9. What is your selection process?

Our selection process varies per position, but generally follows the following steps:

• Resume is received and evaluated against job requirements
• Qualified candidates are contacted for a phone interview
• References may be requested and will be checked
• After the phone screening, selected candidates are invited on site for an interview
• Offer is negotiated and is contingent on satisfactory completion of a medical exam and a background check. For some select positions, a clearance is required. Offer is also contingent on completion of eligibility to work requirements.
• Chosen candidate is notified; declined candidates are notified

10. Am I required to have a background investigation?

Candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.

11. What are typical contingencies after the position is offered?

Once candidates have accepted a position, they are required to sign the Intellectual Property and Conflict of Interest agreements.  A successful drug screen, background investigation, and a medical exam to determine medical suitability for employment will also be completed.

12. How often do you post positions?

Positions are posted based on business necessity.  Please check our jobs website frequently for new positions.

13. How long are positions available on the website?

There is no minimum amount of time a position must be posted.  Generally, they are posted for at least two weeks.

14. How will I know that my profile/CV was received?

You will receive an e-mail confirmation from us after you submit your profile and resume.  If your qualifications match the specific needs for the position, a recruiter or hiring manager will contact you to further discuss your qualifications.

15. Does ORNL encourage or offer assistance in continuing my education?

Continued learning is a very important aspect of the activities at ORNL.  Tuition reimbursement is offered, but not guaranteed.  It is important to understand the requirements for this program before enrolling in any ongoing education programs.

16. Who do I contact if I have difficutly applying?

iCIMS HelpDesk at: 800-889-4422 or HelpDesk@icims.com