About the role#
Orano is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Intern for our Federal Way, Washington office. You will work under direct supervision to perform engineering tasks that require the application of standard techniques and practices. This is a full-time, paid internship for the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Plan and conduct individually assigned engineering tasks or participate in larger projects under the guidance of experienced staff.
- Provide technical support for proposal development.
- Plan, design, analyze, construct, and maintain structures, systems, and components.
- Perform standard engineering assignments, including work planning, design, analysis, evaluation, testing, specification preparation, fabrication follow-up, and field task execution.
- Resolve fabrication and field problems.
- Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to your work.
- Support structural or other evaluations using standard calculations or analytical software.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
- Basic knowledge of Mechanical Engineering standards, techniques, and criteria.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey detailed technical data.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Experience or coursework in equipment design and analysis using computer tools like SolidWorks.
- A positive attitude and a willingness to learn and assist with continuous improvement.
- Ability to produce accurate work on time and provide support to co-workers.
Location & details#
- Location: Federal Way, Washington.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time internship.
About Orano
Orano operates as an international provider of nuclear materials and services. The company focuses on the nuclear fuel cycle, including mining, processing, and fuel storage. It also applies its technical expertise to the fields of nuclear medicine and decommissioning. Based in Châtillon, France, the organization employs approximately 13,000 people.
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