What is different about working with the DOE laboratories?
The DOE laboratories have diverse backgrounds. They were created to support the various missions of the Department, including energy, national security, science, and related environmental activities. Each government-owned, contractor-operated (GOCO) laboratory is managed through an independent contract between the lead DOE Headquarters organization, its implementing local DOE Field or Operations Office, and the respective laboratory’s managing organization. DOE organizations include Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Science, Defense Programs, and Environmental Management. Laboratory managing organizations can be one or more companies, universities, non-profit institutions, or a consortium. For example, Lockheed Martin manages and operates Sandia National Laboratories. The management contracts are subject to periodic review and evaluation, and re-competition. The combination of these elements can make it challenging to work with a DOE Laboratory. DOE also owns and operates
