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Summer Intern - Nuclear Engineering
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A Nuclear Engineer researches and develops technology and systems that use nuclear energy and radiation. Maintains the safety of existing nuclear power systems, or develops nuclear power sources, or develops industrial and medical uses for radioactive material.
$108,037 / year median in South Carolina
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Summer Intern - Nuclear Engineering Westinghouse Electric Company United States, South Carolina, Rock Hill 244 E Mount Gallant Rd (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
As a Nuclear Engineering Intern, you will support engineering activities related to nuclear reactor systems, core design, fuel management, and plant operations. You will gain hands-on experience applying nuclear engineering principles to commercial nuclear projects. You will report to the department manager and be located at our Rock Hill, SC or Columbia, SC facility. This is a paid full-time hybrid or onsite position for the summer, May - August 2027.
Key Responsibilities:
Help with nuclear design calculations and analyses
Support reactor core design and fuel management activities
Analyze engineering data and simulation results
Participate in nuclear engineering training and seminars
Support technical report development
Assist engineering teams with design solutions
Contribute to project planning and execution efforts
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering
- Completed Sophomore year of college
- Interest in reactor physics, nuclear systems, or fuel design We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The hourly rate for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $25.40 to $29.00 per hour. #LI-Hybrid, #LI-Internship Why Westinghouse? Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
Teamwork and Accountability While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn| YouTube This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.