About the role#
As a Manufacturing Development Intern, you will join the Advanced Technologies group in Lynchburg. You will work on projects related to nuclear reactors, rocket propulsion, and radioisotope production. This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Develop and deliver engineering solutions for nuclear environments.
- Create and update technical drawings and procedures.
- Design, test, and analyze systems.
- Manage projects and procure materials as needed.
What you'll need#
- You must be a currently enrolled student pursuing a degree in Physics, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Biomedical Engineering.
- You must be a U.S. citizen.
Location & details#
- Location: Lynchburg, Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Pay: $21.50 to $29.50 per hour.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About BWXT
BWXT is a manufacturing and engineering company based in Lynchburg, Virginia. It produces nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. The company also supplies components and fuel for commercial nuclear power and manages environmental restoration projects for government facilities. With over 7,000 employees, it operates sites across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
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