Mechanical Engineering Intern - Nuclear (Summer 2027)

About the role

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern you will be assigned to a project team and assist engineering team members in the execution of their project work. Projects may involve the design of new and/or modifications/upgrades to existing power plant or industrial facility systems and components. Working under the direction of senior engineers, you will have the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Work on a variety of tasks associated with project reporting, such as tracking and evaluating project activities, project progress, and associated data.

Requirements

• Active enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, General Engineering, or Systems Engineering.
• Strong academic background and coursework in mechanical systems analysis, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and/or heat transfer.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enrollment in an ABET‑accredited engineering program.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior related internship or co‑op experience.
• Understanding of the practical application of mechanical engineering principles.
• Interest in learning and using emerging technologies such as AI, automation, or programming (valued but not required).

Skills

• Mechanical systems analysis (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer).
• Microsoft Office suite.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively on multidisciplinary project teams.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

Compensation range: $18.00 – $30.00 per hour.

Schedule

Target start date: Summer 2027.