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Pae

Controls & Instrumentation Engineer Intern

Tullahoma, TN · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

AS is looking for a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer Intern for 2027 to support projects ranging from small studies to multi-million dollar turn-key supply. A successful candidate must be team ...

Kiewit Corporation

$16 - $20.75/hr

As an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer Intern, you will be a part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through ...

Orgill, Inc.

Intern - Finance

Collierville, TN · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

The Finance Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting financial activities, analysis ... Internal Controls * Process Improvement * Finance Operations * Indirect Procurement Key ...

RubinBrown

Summer 2028 Assurance Intern

Nashville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

The intern will be provided with an introductory orientation to the firm. This orientation includes ... Enhanced understanding and analysis of internal controls * Gather and analyze industry and ...

RubinBrown

Summer 2028 Assurance Intern

Nashville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

The intern will be provided with an introductory orientation to the firm. This orientation includes ... Enhanced understanding and analysis of internal controls * Gather and analyze industry and ...

RubinBrown

Winter/Spring 2028 Assurance Intern

Nashville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

The intern will be provided with an introductory orientation to the firm. This orientation includes ... Enhanced understanding and analysis of internal controls * Gather and analyze industry and ...

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What is a controls intern?

Controls Interns are typically students or recent graduates who assist with designing, testing, and maintaining control systems within industries such as manufacturing, automation, or building management. They work under the supervision of experienced engineers to help develop software and hardware solutions that manage machinery, electrical systems, or HVAC operations. Their responsibilities can include programming controllers, troubleshooting system issues, and supporting project documentation. This internship helps them gain practical experience and foundational knowledge in control engineering and automation.

What types of projects and responsibilities can a controls intern expect during their internship?

As a Controls Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects that involve supporting the design, programming, and troubleshooting of control systems, such as PLCs and HMIs. Typical responsibilities include assisting with system documentation, helping to develop and test automation software, and participating in commissioning activities under the guidance of senior engineers. You will also collaborate closely with electrical and mechanical teams, gaining hands-on experience in both the technical and project management aspects of controls engineering. This role offers valuable exposure to real-world industrial automation challenges and is an excellent stepping stone for a future career in controls or automation engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a controls intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Controls Intern, you typically need a background in electrical or mechanical engineering, strong analytical abilities, and coursework in automation or control systems. Familiarity with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and software tools like AutoCAD or MATLAB is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help interns excel in collaborative and fast-paced environments. These skills ensure accurate project support, successful troubleshooting, and valuable contributions to engineering teams.

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Project Controls Intern - 2027 (Oak Ridge)

Oak Ridge, TN • On-site

Centrus Energy Corp.
Nuclear Electric Power Generation • 201 - 500 employees
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$23 - $25/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Ready to see how planning, data, and organization help keep major projects moving? As a Project Controls Intern at Centrus Energy, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting projects at our American Centrifuge Plant (ACP) in Oak Ridge, TN. Working alongside experienced project controls and project management professionals, you'll learn how teams use schedules, budgets, performance data, and project information to monitor progress and support successful project delivery. This internship offers practical experience that can launch a future career in project controls, project management, engineering, or business operations.

What You Will Do:
Step into the world of project controls and help teams understand where projects stand and where they're headed. As a Project Controls Intern, you'll assist with maintaining project schedules, tracking costs and commitments, monitoring milestones and deliverables, and organizing project data and reports. You'll support project teams by identifying variances, maintaining action and issue logs, and helping prepare updates and presentations for stakeholders. Along the way, you'll work with project managers, engineering, finance, and other teams to see how data and disciplined planning help keep complex projects on track.

We'd Love to Hear from People With:

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's or graduate program in engineering, business, project management, construction management, finance, operations management, or a related field
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills with an interest in working with data
  • Interest in project controls, project management, planning, or process improvement
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • U.S. citizenship

A Successful Candidate Brings:

  • Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for analysis and reporting
  • Completion of at least two years of college-level coursework in a technical field
     

Pay:

Estimated Starting Base Salary Range: $23-$25/hr. Centrus considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.
 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test and vetting to ensure Centrus Energy can meet the requirements of 10 CFR Parts 810 and 1017 to grant access to export-controlled information and Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information, respectively.  Such access is required for the performance of this position.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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