Nuclear NextGen Operations

NextEra Energy • Jensen Beach, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The NextGen Operator – Nuclear Operations Development Program is a structured, multi-year, part-time development role designed to build future nuclear operations talent through progressive training, plant exposure, and operations-focused learning. This role is intended for high-performing engineering students and is designed as a direct pathway into long-term nuclear operations careers. Unlike a traditional summer internship, this role is structured as a year-round, part-time position integrated with the student's academic schedule. The program is designed to support degree completion while maintaining consistent development against defined learning milestones. St. Lucie Nuclear Plant will provide NextGen Operators with exposure to plant systems, safe and reliable operations, and fleet operating standards within a structured development environment.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Expected graduation date of May 2029.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to meet plant access requirements and comply with applicable site expectations.
• Interest in power generation, plant systems, engineering application, or nuclear operations.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Nuclear Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Power Systems Engineering
• Prior leadership, team-based project work, or student organization involvement
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured operations training and qualification activities aligned to operator fundamentals.
• Perform plant system walkdowns, equipment observations, and field familiarization activities.
• Support control room observation and operational awareness activities under supervision.
• Apply engineering fundamentals to plant systems, equipment performance, and real operating conditions.
• Assist with procedure validation, documentation updates, tagging awareness, and configuration control activities, as assigned.
• Complete assigned learning modules, knowledge checks, and development tasks in accordance with program expectations.
• Maintain consistent progress toward program milestones and communicate barriers or schedule conflicts in a timely manner.
• Complete an operations-focused project or assigned deliverable for review with site leadership or program leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level