Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Intern - Nuclear (Summer 2027)
About The Position
The Instrumentation and Controls Engineering Intern will join a project team and assist engineering team members with project execution. Projects may include designing new power plant systems or modifying and upgrading existing systems, components, and structures. This work integrates electrical and mechanical engineering with control theory. Under the direction of senior engineers, the intern will apply and develop academic knowledge of electronic process sensors, digital controllers, touchscreen displays, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors to help improve nuclear power plant functionality. The role also includes assisting with engineering calculations, specifications, and designs, as well as project reporting and tracking and evaluating project activities, progress, and related data. The target start date is summer 2027. The role has a hybrid arrangement, with an expectation of three days per week in the office and the flexibility to work remotely for two days. The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree in engineering, with a strong academic background and coursework in analog and digital control systems, systems engineering, mechatronics, or robotics.
- Must be bilingual in Spanish and English, including reading, speaking, and writing.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- The employer does not sponsor employees for U.S. work authorization.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is preferred.
- Prior related internship or co-op experience is preferred.
- Coursework and/or experience in mechatronics and/or robotics.
- Understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and technology, including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist project teams and engineering team members with project execution.
- Assist with the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs.
- Track and evaluate project activities, progress, and associated data for project reporting.
- Apply academic knowledge of instrumentation, controls, and related power plant systems to support nuclear power plant projects.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans
- Life and accident insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-up daycare
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- 401(k)
- 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
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Flexible work arrangements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
