About the role#
This is a paid, full-time summer internship based at the Defense Waste Processing Facility in Aiken, South Carolina. You will work within a complex nuclear facility environment, assisting the maintenance staff with daily operations and long-term improvements.
What you'll do#
- Support maintenance staff in a nuclear facility setting.
- Assist with equipment reliability improvements.
- Help with maintenance work planning.
- Provide design support for facility projects.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in a Bachelor of Science program for Mechanical Engineering at an accredited four-year university.
- Completion of your Sophomore year.
- Ability to pass General Employment Training and Drug and Alcohol Testing.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher is preferred.
- Interest in hands-on problem solving, manufacturing, or maintenance engineering.
- Familiarity with mechanical components such as fasteners, bearings, shafts, supports, piping, and valves.
- Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
- Ability to follow strict procedures and work safely in a regulated environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Aiken, South Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 to 12 weeks from May through July).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Transportation: You must provide your own transportation, including a valid driver's license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance for site access.
About Savannah River Mission Completion
Savannah River Mission Completion operates as a partnership between BWX Technologies, Amentum, and Fluor. The company holds the Integrated Mission Completion Contract for the Savannah River Site. Its work focuses on liquid waste stabilization, nuclear materials management, and the remediation of contaminated soil and water. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
How to get in at Savannah River Mission Completion
Securing a position at Savannah River Mission Completion requires speed because early applicants often receive more attention before the candidate pool becomes crowded. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first. This approach helps you stay ahead of the volume of applicants that typically follows a new posting. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles to ask about the position or a potential referral. Intern Insider surfaces the specific recruiters managing these openings, which allows you to bypass the standard queue and connect with the people making hiring decisions.
