Intern - - Engineering (summer 2026) Pipeline

Intern - Engineering (Summer 2026)

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc., we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine, and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services, and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications.

Position Overview:

As an Engineering Intern you will help develop and deliver unique engineering solutions in a nuclear environment. You will create/update drawings and procedures, design, testing, analysis, project management and procurement or materials as needed. Engineering interns must have strong attention to detail, as well as excellent critical-thinking and project management skills. An engineering intern should be able to communicate effectively and use logical judgment, especially when dealing with adjustments and meeting deadlines.

Location:

On-site in Erwin, Tennessee.

Requirement Qualifications:

• Must be a currently enrolled student pursuing a degree in Engineering.
• Requires U.S. Citizenship with (no dual citizenship)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation and previous employment reference verifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

What We Offer:

• A competitively paid internship experience.
• A housing stipend for interns whose home of record is more than 50 miles from Erwin, TN.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training!

Pay: $23.83 - $31.81 The starting hourly rate for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $23.83 and $31.81 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment. Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.