Student Intern - Civil Engineer

About the role

The Y-12 National Security Complex is currently recruiting for summer 2027 internship opportunities in Engineering disciplines including Civil Engineering. The Internship Program is a 10–12 week program offering challenging assignments, projects, and career development workshops to enhance professional growth. You will earn a competitive salary based on your discipline and academic class status. The 2027 intern program runs from May 24, 2027 to July 29, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Perform meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Collaborate with top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Participate in career advancement and professional development programs
• Benefit from work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Requirements

• Working toward or have completed a degree in Engineering or a relevant Physical Science (e.g., Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science) from an ABET-accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or ABET’s list of substantially equivalent programs
• Up to two years post-graduation eligibility for students who have graduated
• Completed at least the sophomore year of college
• Overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above
• United States citizenship

Clearance and Compliance

• Requires a Q clearance; ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required
• Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP)
• If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph pursuant to 10 CFR 709
• Medical requirements may apply
• CNS is a drug-free workplace; candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation