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Radiation Protection Intern Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Nuclear Radiation Safety * IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level 1 * Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and ... Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nuclear Radiation Safety * IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level 1 * Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and ... Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

CEI Inspector

Miami Lakes, FL · On-site

$26.59 - $46.54/hr

... Intern with a Civil Engineering degree (requires certificate) having the ability to earn the ... Radiation Safety, IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I, Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and ...

CEI Inspector

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$26.59 - $46.54/hr

... Intern with a Civil Engineering degree (requires certificate) having the ability to earn the ... Radiation Safety, IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I, Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and ...

CEI Inspector

Coral Springs, FL · On-site

$26.59 - $46.54/hr

... Intern with a Civil Engineering degree (requires certificate) having the ability to earn the ... Radiation Safety, IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I, Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and ...

Nuclear Radiation Safety * Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and ... Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nuclear Radiation Safety * Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and ... Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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Radiation Protection Intern information

What does a radiation protection intern do?

A Radiation Protection Intern assists professionals in monitoring and controlling radiation levels to ensure safety in environments where radioactive materials are used. Typical tasks include collecting and analyzing radiation data, assisting with safety audits, calibrating monitoring equipment, and helping to enforce safety protocols. Interns gain hands-on experience in radiation detection, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing careers in health physics, nuclear engineering, or environmental safety.

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

To thrive as a Radiation Protection Intern, you need a solid understanding of physics, mathematics, and radiation safety principles, typically gained through coursework in health physics, nuclear engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with radiation detection instruments, data analysis software, and compliance with regulatory frameworks like NRC or OSHA is important. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial to ensure accurate monitoring, regulatory compliance, and the overall safety of personnel and the environment.

What types of projects or tasks can a radiation protection intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Radiation Protection Intern, you can expect to support experienced health physicists and radiation safety officers with a variety of practical tasks. These may include assisting with radiation surveys, calibrating monitoring equipment, updating safety protocols, preparing compliance documentation, and helping to train staff on safe handling procedures. Interns often gain hands-on experience by participating in inspections, learning to interpret regulatory guidelines, and collaborating with engineering or laboratory teams to ensure a safe workplace. This exposure provides valuable insight into both the technical and regulatory aspects of radiation protection.

What is the difference between Radiation Protection Intern vs Radiation Safety Technician?

AspectRadiation Protection InternRadiation Safety Technician
CredentialsTypically pursuing a degree in health physics, radiology, or related fieldOften holds certifications like ARRT or state-specific radiation safety licenses
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, educational institutions, or research labsHealthcare facilities, nuclear plants, or industrial sites
Employer & IndustryHospitals, research institutions, universitiesHospitals, nuclear power plants, industrial companies
Job FocusLearning, assisting with safety protocols, gaining experienceImplementing safety procedures, monitoring radiation levels

While both roles involve radiation safety, a Radiation Protection Intern is primarily a learning position aimed at gaining experience, whereas a Radiation Safety Technician actively monitors and enforces safety protocols in professional settings.

What are the most commonly searched types of Radiation Protection jobs in Florida? The most popular types of Radiation Protection jobs in Florida are:
What job categories do people searching Radiation Protection Intern jobs in Florida look for? The top searched job categories for Radiation Protection Intern jobs in Florida are:
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Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Construction Management Team is seeking a CEI Inspector for the Tampa Area. The successful candidate will apply standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction for structural quality, general safety and conformance to plans, specifications and codes. 

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
  • Performs routine tests on concreate, soils and other materials
  • Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes.
  • Gathers and maintains record documents
  • Makes field notes and computations

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Ability to earn the required qualifications and certifications within six (6) months
  • Two (2) years of experience in construction inspection
    • One (1) year of which shall have been in bridge and/or roadway construction
  • Active driver’s license

QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS

  • Qualifications/Certifications for this position may be obtained within six (6) months from the date of hire provided that the position works under the supervision and direction of a Senior Inspector or Senior Engineer Intern, all other requirements for the position are met, and a training plan is submitted detailing when the qualifications/certifications will be obtained.

Must have the following as required by the scope of work for the intended assignment on the project at the time of NTP:

  • CTQP Final Estimates Level I
  • CTQP Concrete Field Inspector Level I
  • CTQP Asphalt Roadway Level I
  • CTQP Earthwork Construction Inspection Level I
  • CTQP Pile Driving Inspection
  • CTQP Drilled Shaft Inspection (Required for inspection of all drilled shafts including miscellaneous structures such as sign, lighting, and traffic signal structure foundations)
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I
  • FDOT Intermediate MOT
  • Nuclear Radiation Safety
  • Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors

Recommended when the scope of the project includes concrete pavement, grinding concrete pavement, or concrete pavement slab replacement. Courses are available from the Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TC3).

  • PCC Paving Inspection (TC3CN004-15-T1)
  • Diamond Grinding and Grooving (TC3MN009-15-T1)
  • Curing, Sawing and Joint Sealing (TC3CN032-16-T1)

Abilities/Responsibilities

  • Ability to: Communicate effectively in English (verbally and in writing)
  • Responsible for: Receiving general supervision from and assisting the Senior Inspector in the performance of their duties

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.


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