About the role#
We are looking for 10 engineering interns to join our Engineering and Construction teams for Summer 2027. You will work with experienced engineers on projects that impact nuclear plant construction, operations, and safety. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to nuclear infrastructure while learning about the industry.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering projects across mechanical, electrical, civil, or nuclear systems.
- Assist with technical documentation, engineering calculations, and compliance verification.
- Contribute to quality assurance processes and regulatory documentation.
- Help coordinate and support construction activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, project managers, and construction personnel.
- Participate in engineering reviews, problem-solving sessions, and team meetings.
- Support data analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support inventory assessments and site walkdowns.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
- Completed at least sophomore year by summer 2026.
- A strong foundation in engineering fundamentals and problem-solving.
- Proficiency with Excel, MATLAB, Python, or other technical tools.
- Familiarity with CAD software or engineering analysis tools.
- Technical writing and documentation skills.
- A basic understanding of engineering principles and calculations.
- Coursework or interest in nuclear engineering or energy systems is preferred.
- Understanding of regulatory compliance or quality assurance is preferred.
- Previous internship experience in engineering, energy, construction, or manufacturing is preferred.
- A passion for clean energy and climate solutions is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbia, SC.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About The Nuclear Company
The Nuclear Company focuses on the modernization of nuclear construction. It works to deploy fleet-scale nuclear power across the United States. The company integrates existing reactor technologies with digital tools to lower costs and speed up deployment. Founded in 2023, the organization currently employs 161 people.
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