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Summer Intern - Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design

Westinghouse Electric Company

Cranberry Township, NC · HybridFull-time$25.4–29/hrPosted 1w agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$25.4–29/hr
Location
Cranberry Township, NCHybrid
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design intern supports engineering analyses used to define reactor core operating limits and thermal margins. The intern receives training in reactor core design and safety, performs analyses using internally developed subchannel and related tools, and presents project results to engineering teams and leadership. The role includes mentoring from nuclear industry professionals and runs during the summer, May through August 2027.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Programming, nice to haveComputer Simulation, nice to haveLinux, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, nice to haveCompleted Sophomore Year, nice to have

Full job description

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 Reactor Core Thermal Hydraulic Design intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the engineering analyses that help define reactor core operating limits and thermal margins. You will learn from experienced nuclear engineers while using industry-specific tools and methodologies to support reactor core design and safety.

You will report to the Thermal Hydraulic Design Manager and be located at our Cranberry, PA facility. This is a paid full-time hybrid position for the summer, May - August 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

  • You will receive training in reactor core thermal hydraulic design

  • You will learn about reactor core design, fuel features, operating parameters, and engineering methodologies

  • You will perform reactor core thermal hydraulic design analyses by using the internally developed subchannel and related tools, following approved methodologies

  • You will work directly with industry professionals who will provide mentoring on both the technical and professional aspects working in the nuclear industry

  • You will present project results and technical findings to engineering teams and leadership

Qualifications:

  • Pursuing a bachelor's degree in or master's degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering field

  • Completed Sophomore year of college

  • Experience with programming, computer simulation, and Linux

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.

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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

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This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.

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