Electrical Engineering Intern - Nuclear (Summer 2027)

Sargent & Lundy•Richland, WA

2d•$18 - $30

About The Position

As an Electrical Engineering Intern in Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group, you will support projects involving the design and modernization of electrical systems and large power components for existing nuclear plants, restart projects, small modular reactors, and advanced reactor facilities. The work also supports plant life-extension and digital upgrade initiatives. Working under senior engineers and receiving daily technical supervision, you will apply and expand your electrical engineering education through calculations, design tasks, power-system analysis, equipment integration, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will gain hands-on experience with industry standards, station-specific procedures, client requirements, and project schedules and budgets. The role includes technical training, mentorship from professional engineers, and participation in a mock engineering project that culminates in presenting an engineered solution to senior staff. The target start date is summer 2027. The position does not offer U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Requirements

Active enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree program in Electrical Engineering.
Strong academic background and relevant coursework.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior related internship or co-op experience.
Understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and technology, including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to project design.
Enrollment in an ABET-accredited engineering program.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with engineering calculations and design tasks for nuclear generating stations, including protection and coordination studies, cable sizing, medium- and low-voltage system design, DC battery sizing, and analyses supporting safety-related electrical systems.
Use ETAP and other industry-standard software tools to perform power systems analysis and model complex electrical networks.
Assist with the design, selection, and integration of electrical equipment, including switchgear, motor control centers, large power transformers, breakers, and relays.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and participate in technical training sessions and reviews.
Gain exposure to station-specific procedures and project requirements, and interface with client stakeholders such as Operations and Systems Engineering representatives.
Work with designers and drafters to translate engineering concepts into detailed drawings and support project deliverables.
Manage work within project schedules and budgets, coordinating with team members to deliver engineering solutions on time and within scope.
Learn about the pathway to professional licensure through mentorship and exposure to the steps required to become a licensed Professional Engineer.
Participate in a multidisciplinary mock engineering project, develop a solution using project requirements and technical guidance, and present it to senior staff.