Materials Science Intern

About the Role

As a Materials Science Intern, you will work alongside our engineering team to gain experience with materials selection, testing, and the analysis process. The intern will work on projects that involve materials evaluations and failure analysis.

Location: The position will be located in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office.

Your Day To Day

• Work with materials engineers in support of procurement, fabrication, joining and testing of raw material commodities.
• Perform material characterization evaluations.
• Perform failure analysis and identify failure modes of metallic and ceramic materials.
• Prepare material performance specifications.
• Prepare material evaluations and specifications for use in additive manufacturing applications.
• Work with design and manufacturing engineers to resolve materials joining, machining, and processing issues before and during manufacturing.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled student, pursuing a degree in Materials Engineering/Science or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Must have hands on experience and ability to work in a laboratory environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedules to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Housing stipend available for those who meet eligibility requirements.
• BWXT offers the thrift plan (401k) to its employees. After 3 years of employment, you become fully vested and any time as an internship goes towards that time.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The change to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.

Pay

$25.05 - $31.83

The starting hourly rate for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $25.05 and $31.83 per hour.