About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work from our Cranberry Township location in a hybrid capacity. You will report to the Nuclear Design Manager and work alongside a team of engineers, project managers, and business leaders to support nuclear energy projects.
What you'll do#
- Complete introductory training and seminars on nuclear engineering and design.
- Perform core design calculations using internal and external simulation codes.
- Follow established methodologies and consult with peer engineers and mentors.
- Interpret data to produce new projects and loading pattern designs for operating PWR plants.
- Execute core accident scenario analysis and bound nuclear core calculations.
- Develop core loading patterns and test new fuel product designs.
- Create economic models, technical descriptions, and engineering estimates.
- Conduct feasibility studies and what if scenario modeling.
- Build models for core startup calculations and low power physics testing.
- Develop software and automation for nuclear core design calculations.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in nuclear engineering.
- Completion of at least your sophomore year of college.
- Coursework in core introductory nuclear subjects.
- Interest in core neutronics and nuclear fuel design.
- Experience with computer simulation.
Location & details#
- Location: Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $25.40 to $29.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience.
About Westinghouse Electric Company
Westinghouse Electric Company supplies nuclear technology to utility providers. The firm offers nuclear fuel, plant automation, and outage services for power plants. It operates as a private company based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. The organization maintains a workforce of over 12,000 employees.
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