Nuclear Engineering Intern

Job Description

About the Naval Nuclear Laboratory

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) means fostering pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is built upon the core values of Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. NNL promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation’s naval nuclear reactors and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy’s submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. If you are looking for a lifetime career opportunity, consider applying today!

NNL Summer Technical Internships – Nuclear Engineering

Naval Nuclear Laboratory offers internship opportunities for college students to gain valuable work experience in the summer of 2027. These internships provide an immersive professional experience in your field of study, allowing you to work directly with world-class engineers, scientists, researchers, and technicians. Interns will receive real-world experience and mentorship, contributing to projects that have a direct impact on the Navy’s nuclear fleet.

Interns will work with state-of-the-art techniques in various areas, including:

• Researching and developing new technologies and concepts
• Designing and testing software, components, or integrated systems
• Developing models and performing data analysis
• Supporting operations and developing process controls and procedures

Program Highlights:

• Final presentation to management, peers, and other NNL employees
• Meet directly with NNL General Manager and Executive Leadership
• Partnership with a dedicated mentor
• Opportunity to tour local NNL site facilities
• Trip to a Naval Shipyard for a guided tour
• Extensive networking opportunities

Internship Program Details:

• The NNL Internship is a 10-12 week program starting in May/June 2027.
• Successful completion of the program may result in a return internship or full-time employment offer.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Candidates for Nuclear Engineering internship positions must meet the following criteria:

• Pursuing Nuclear Engineering or related BS, MS or PhD degrees from an accredited college or university.
• Must have completed at least their first full year of college by May 2027.
• Must be enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout this internship.

Application Requirements:

Students must attach their most recent unofficial college transcripts and resume (including anticipated graduation date) to the employment application. Applications that do not include this information will not be accepted.

Preferred Skills

• Cumulative minimum GPA 3.0/4.0
• Prior related internship, co-op or work experience (paid or volunteer)
• Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD) or Naval Nuclear Program experience

Compensation And Benefits

NNL offers an outstanding Compensation and Benefits package for interns:

• Competitive Salary
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plans:
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) with company contribution
• Flexible work schedules and 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off). Hybrid work schedule may be available.
• Stipend for qualified applicants (school and home address must be >50 miles from assigned work location).

Pay Range:

$25.00/hour – $42.50/hour

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hourly salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

About the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL)

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. NNL personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations.

For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation’s submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, relying on the dedication and innovation of its nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

Important Eligibility & Application Information

• All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.
• FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug-free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law; therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.