Nuclear NextGen Operations
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. Seabrook Station Nuclear Plant, will provide NextGen Operators with exposure to plant systems, safe and reliable operations, and fleet operating standards within a structured development environment. The Nuclear NextGen Ops Program is a specialized developmental pathway designed to prepare high-performing engineering students for future leadership opportunities in commercial nuclear operations. Participants receive early exposure to utility-scale nuclear generation, plant operations, reactor systems, operational decision-making, and nuclear safety culture while completing their engineering degree. This structured program combines academic-compatible training, self-study fundamentals, onsite operational familiarization, systems training, and mentorship from experienced nuclear professionals.
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.
- Education: High School Grad/GED
- Experience: 0+ years
- Nuclear Experience: 0+ years
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
- Preferred Qualifications None
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.
- Participate in structured nuclear operations training and professional development activities throughout the academic year and summer onsite sessions
- Complete assigned learning modules
- Engage in onsite plant familiarization activities, job familiarization guides, operational observations, and shadowing experiences with Operations personnel during ttimes onsite
- Learn principles of reactor safety, plant configuration control, procedural compliance, and command-and-control leadership in nuclear operations environments
- Attend recurring mentor and supervisor check-ins to review technical progress, development goals, and performance expectations
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, communication skills, and a strong nuclear safety mindset during all program activities
- Deliver presentations and participate in program milestone reviews as required
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Benefits
- NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
