Electrical Engineering Internship Summer 2027

About the role

NNL Summer Technical Internships offer an immersive professional experience in your field of study. You will work directly with world-class engineers, scientists, researchers, and technicians who provide real-world experience and mentorship. Projects involve state-of-the-art techniques in research and development, software and system design and testing, modeling and data analysis, operations support, and process control development. Interns contribute to deliverables that have a direct impact on the Navy’s nuclear fleet.

Program highlights

• Final presentation to management, peers, and other NNL employees
• Meet directly with NNL General Manager and Executive Leadership
• Partnership with a mentor
• Opportunity to tour local NNL site facilities
• Trip to a Naval Shipyard for a guided tour
• Extensive networking opportunities

Schedule

The NNL Internship is a 10–12 week program starting in May/June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new technologies and concepts
• Design and test software, components, or integrated systems
• Develop models and perform data analysis
• Support operations and develop process controls and procedures

Requirements

• Pursuing Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related BS, MS, or PhD from an accredited college or university
• Must have completed at least the first full year of college by May 2027
• Enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout the internship
• Must attach most recent unofficial college transcripts and resume (including anticipated graduation date) to the employment application

Preferred Skills

• Cumulative minimum GPA 3.0/4.0
• Prior related internship, co-op, or work experience (paid or volunteer)
• Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), or Naval Nuclear Program experience

Pay

Pay range: $25.00/hour – $42.50/hour. Salary is based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Defined contribution retirement plans: 401(k) with company match and Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) with company contribution
• Flexible work schedules and 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off)
• Hybrid work schedule may be available
• Stipend for qualified applicants whose school and home address are more than 50 miles from the assigned work location