Nuclear Coop - Summer 2027 and additional terms

Dominion Energy’s Nuclear Analysis & Fuel and Regulatory Assurance (NAFRA) department is seeking a VCU student for a Summer 2027 co‑op with potential for part‑time work in subsequent semesters. The role is with the Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) group at the Innsbrook Technical Center in Glen Allen, VA. The PRA group develops, maintains, and applies PRA models for Dominion’s nuclear plants in Virginia, Connecticut, and South Carolina to evaluate plant response, system importance, and risk insights that improve safety and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support PRA engineers in activities related to PRA model development, maintenance, and application.
• Participate in plant walkdowns as needed to support model development.

Requirements

• Professional orientation and effective interpersonal skills; effective written and oral communication skills; ability to work in teams or independently under own initiative.
• Ability to rapidly learn new concepts and maintain cognizance and control of multiple project tasks.
• Knowledge of fundamental nuclear, mechanical, and electrical theory.
• Problem‑solving skills, including demonstrated ability to define problems, collect information, evaluate data, draw valid conclusions, and develop solutions.
• Ability to effectively operate a personal computer and standard Microsoft applications.
• Programming skills in languages such as FORTRAN or Visual Basic, or database programs such as Microsoft Access, is a plus.
• Previous exposure to probabilistic risk assessment concepts preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be working toward a four‑year Nuclear Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a Nuclear concentration from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Must be graduating in fall 2028 or later.
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong background in mathematics and statistics; ability to rapidly grasp new technical concepts and work independently or in a group to meet challenging goals.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a team and demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Ability to learn detailed plant systems and PRA modeling methods.

Working Conditions

• Safety‑sensitive position, subject to random drug testing.
• Qualification for unescorted access to Dominion nuclear sites required.
• Access to information under the purview of 10 CFR 810.

Pay

Hourly rate: $23.00 – $29.00. The actual rate offered may vary based on the selected candidate’s degree type, academic major, and school classification (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners
• Vacation
• Retirement plans including 401(k) contributions and matches
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Sick leave
• Disability insurance