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Co-Op (Fall Term)

Cheswick, PA

$15.25 - $20/hr

Mechanical Engineering Interns and Co-ops Hiring for the following Departments: * Defense Business Segment - multiple positions * Commercial Nuclear * Analytical Engineering * Stress and Thermal ...

Co-Op (Fall Term)

Cheswick, PA ยท On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Mechanical Engineering Interns and Co-ops Hiring for the following Departments: * Defense Business Segment - multiple positions * Commercial Nuclear * Analytical Engineering * Stress and Thermal ...

Co-op (Summer Term)

Cheswick, PA ยท On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Mechanical Engineering Interns and Co-ops Hiring for the following Departments: * Defense Business Segment - multiple positions * Commercial Nuclear * Analytical Engineering * Stress and Thermal ...

Co-op (Spring Term)

Cheswick, PA

$15.25 - $20/hr

Mechanical Engineering Interns and Co-ops Hiring for the following Departments: * Defense Business Segment - multiple positions * Commercial Nuclear * Analytical Engineering * Stress and Thermal ...

Co-op (Summer Term)

Cheswick, PA ยท On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Mechanical Engineering Interns and Co-ops Hiring for the following Departments: * Defense Business Segment - multiple positions * Commercial Nuclear * Analytical Engineering * Stress and Thermal ...

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How much do nuclear engineering internships jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for nuclear engineering internships in the United States is $105,594.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kinds of projects or tasks do Nuclear Engineering Interns typically work on during their internship?

Nuclear Engineering Interns often assist with a variety of tasks such as supporting reactor design or maintenance projects, performing data analysis on radiation safety, and helping to develop or optimize simulation models. You may also participate in team meetings, generate reports, and help ensure compliance with regulatory standards under the supervision of senior engineers. Daily responsibilities can vary depending on the specific company and project needs, offering valuable hands-on experience in both research and practical applications. This exposure allows interns to gain insight into the nuclear industry and build strong professional relationships for future career growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Nuclear Engineering Internships position, and why are they important?

To succeed in a Nuclear Engineering Internship, you should have a solid grasp of physics, mathematics, and engineering fundamentals, typically demonstrated by enrollment in or completion of a relevant undergraduate program. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software, simulation tools like MCNP or MATLAB, and a strong understanding of safety protocols is often required. Strong analytical thinking, collaboration, clear communication, and adaptability are important soft skills in this setting. These abilities are essential for safely contributing to nuclear projects, solving complex problems, and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

What is a Nuclear Engineering Internships job?

A Nuclear Engineering Internship is a temporary position designed for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in nuclear technology, reactor design, radiation safety, and related fields. Interns may assist with research, data analysis, simulations, and operational support under the guidance of experienced engineers. These internships are typically offered by government agencies, research labs, power plants, and private companies involved in nuclear energy and technology. They provide valuable industry exposure and can enhance career prospects in nuclear engineering.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Engineering Internships job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% Internship, 2% As Needed, 20% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,594 per year, or $50.8 per hour.
Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year Round - Monitoring Systems and Technology Intern Center (MSTIC), O...

Intern, R&D Undergraduate Year Round - Monitoring Systems and Technology Intern Center (MSTIC), O...

Sandia

Albuquerque, NM โ€ข On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

What Your Job Will Be Like
We are seeking a Intern Year Round - R&D Undergrad.
The Monitoring Systems and Technology Intern Center (MSTIC) program is seeking outstanding undergraduate students majoring in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Geophysics, Materials Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Seismology, Nuclear Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related fields of study.
Students will work in high-caliber, cohesive teams to support nuclear proliferation detection, ensure the research and delivery of remote sensing and verification systems, and manufacture high-consequence products.
The MSTIC program is actively seeking qualified students to join existing project teams in designing, developing, implementing, testing, and delivering advanced data processing and exploitation software for complex, real-time analysis systems that support remote sensing.
Projects within the center include, but are not limited to, satellite systems engineering, high-consequence missions, full- system approaches to solving national security issues, and multi-disciplinary sensing systems.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of technical principles and processes
  • Understanding of and demonstrated use a variety of research tools.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of project management.
  • Extensive knowledge of a suite of software, including Microsoft Office.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.
Salary Range
At Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. Because of this, our interns earn competitive pay rates. Our pay structure is based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level. Your pay rate will be determined during the hire process and included in your offer package. You can view the Intern Pay Rate chart here .
Qualifications We Require
You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:
  • Currently attending and enrolled full time in an accredited undergraduate program
  • Pursuing a science, engineering, or math major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0
  • Ability to work up to 25 hours per week during the academic year, and up to 40 hours per week during the summer
  • U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America, Sandia will not sponsor work authorization for this position
Note: If you have not earned a HS diploma or equivalent, please apply to a high school intern position.
Qualifications We Desire
  • GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 for all degrees earned
  • Working knowledge and understanding of an engineering or science-related field as listed in the required section

Posting Duration
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
About Our Team
The Monitoring Systems and Technology Intern Center (MSTIC) is a student internship program at Sandia National Laboratories that focuses on remote sensing and technologies. Specific areas of interest are space missions, treaty verification, nuclear nonproliferation, cooperative monitoring, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The program is aimed at developing the next generation of experts in these areas of national security systems. The program is designed for college and university students who are currently pursuing degrees in the fields of Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Systems Engineering, Materials, Physics, Mathematics, Geophysics, Seismology, or related fields of study, and are interested in furthering their knowledge in the area of remote sensing, space-based systems, sensor technology, and high-consequence systems while working on an undergraduate or graduate degree.
About Sandia
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
  • Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
  • Extraordinary co-workers
  • Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
  • Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
  • Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
*These benefits vary by job classification.
Security Clearance
This position does not currently require a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.
Sandia will conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Furthermore, employees in New Mexico need to pass a U.S. Air Force background screen for access to Kirtland Air Force Base. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause access to be denied or terminated, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. Under federal law, citizens and agents of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation are generally prohibited from accessing Sandia National Laboratories. Accordingly, such individuals will not be considered for employment unless they are also a citizen of the United States.
If hired without a clearance and it subsequently becomes necessary to obtain and maintain one for the position, or you bid on positions that require a clearance, a pre-processing background review may be conducted prior to a required federal background investigation. Applicants for a DOE security clearance need to be U.S. citizens. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Members of the workforce (MOWs) hired at Sandia who require uncleared access for greater than 179 days during their employment, are required to go through the Uncleared Personal Identity Verification (UPIV) process. Access includes physical and/or cyber (logical) access, as well as remote access to any NNSA information technology (IT) systems. UPIV requirements are not applicable to individuals who require a DOE personnel security clearance for the performance of their SNL employment or to foreign nationals. The UPIV process will include the completion of a USAccess Enrollment, SF-85 (Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions) and OF-306 (Declaration of for Federal Employment). An unfavorable UPIV determination will result in immediate retrieval of the SNL issued badge, removal of cyber (logical) access and/or removal from SNL subcontract. All MOWs may appeal the unfavorable UPIV determination to DOE/NNSA immediately. If the appeal is unsuccessful, the MOW may try to go through the UPIV process one year after the decision date.
EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.
NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs
If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.
If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.