Plant Startup and Services Internship

Job Description

About the Company: NuScale

NuScale is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates individuality, believing it enhances their entrepreneurial, technological, and philanthropic spirit. Their core mission is to provide a clean energy future for all humankind. NuScale is an equal opportunity employer, actively striving to build an inclusive environment and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Job Description: Plant Startup and Services Intern

This is an internship opportunity within the Plant Startup and Services department at NuScale.

Position Summary:
The intern will focus on the development of plant services, with a primary emphasis on business plans. Other duties may be assigned by the VP of Regulatory Affairs and Services. General tasks include researching document repositories and preparing reports and databases.

Pay:
• Undergraduate Interns: $25.00 per hour.
• Graduate Interns: $30.00 per hour.

Eligibility:
To be eligible, students must be:
• Enrolled in an accredited, 4-year undergraduate degree program at a Junior or Senior standing, OR
• Pursuing an advanced degree (graduate program).
• Must be currently eligible to work in the United States per 10 CFR Part 810 rules.
• NuScale is unable to consider students authorized to work on F-1 or M-1 Visas due to compliance with government approved authorizations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist in the development and evaluation of service offerings and solutions for nuclear power plants.
• Conduct research on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to nuclear plant operations and maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and develop innovative solutions.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of project progress and results.
• Communicate with Plant Services Team members and engineering staff for Plant Services document review and comment resolution.
• Utilize software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, document management, and document storage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:
Successful candidates should demonstrate proficiency in:
• Problem-solving: Identifying and resolving issues, gathering information, using independent judgment, and seeking input when appropriate.
• Oral/written communication: Listening carefully, speaking clearly and professionally, editing work for accuracy, creating/interpreting complex written information, and developing strong interpersonal networks.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizing work, managing timelines, and using time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adjusting to changes, managing competing demands, and handling interruptions or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Being consistently on time, responsive to management, and seeking feedback for improvement.
• Team Building: Developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
• Safety Culture: Adhering to NuScale’s safety culture, modeling safe behavior, and influencing peers.
• Quality Assurance: Understanding and implementing quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines (10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1).

Minimum Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities:
• Education: Must be currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited undergraduate (Junior or Senior standing) or graduate program in Business or Finance.
• Experience: Must possess a solid understanding of business and finance principles and theories. Required to demonstrate strong aptitude in technical writing, good communication, computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple document platforms, producing consistent, detailed, and error-free output are essential.
• Industry Requirements: Must be eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810 rules.

Physical Demands:
The role requires:
• Ability to understand and communicate clearly via phone, in-person interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and quickly comprehend new concepts, applying them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, using hands for office equipment, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.