2027 UUSA Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance Intern

Urenco USA; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Urenco USA invites students to join its 2027 Internship Program for 11 weeks in Eunice, NM, working on instrumentation and controls projects under experienced mentors. The I&C Maintenance Intern will gain hands-on experience, participate in planning and maintenance activities, and contribute to reliability initiatives.

The internship runs May–August 2027 with a 40-hour work week and housing/utilities provided.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain site access authorization and security clearances.
• Able to work ALL 11 weeks May–August and 40 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Support I&C maintenance personnel in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assist in troubleshooting plant equipment and control systems.
• Participate in maintenance planning, work package development, and documentation reviews.
• Assist with equipment inspections, testing, calibration, and condition monitoring.
• Review electrical drawings, schematics, and maintenance procedures.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for reliability improvements.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation.
• Support plant modifications and project activities as assigned.
• Participate in safety meetings and training activities.
• Learn nuclear safety, environmental, QA, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Security clearance

Safety mindset

11 weeks commitment

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Join URENCO USA for the 2027 Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in nuclear energy and innovation! We’re looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you’ll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives.

Chosen candidate will work with mentors on real projects that directly impact UUSA’s enrichment and Net Zero initiative. The I&C Maintenance Intern will support the IC Maintenance team in maintaining the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant instrumentation and controls systems and equipment. The intern will gain hands-on experience in instrumentation and controls maintenance practices, preventive and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting, work planning, and continuous improvement initiatives while working under the guidance of experienced I&C technicians, engineers, and supervisors. This internship provides practical exposure to a highly regulated nuclear fuel cycle facility and helps develop foundational skills in I&C maintenance, safety, and reliability.

Our Hiring Process

We are accepting applications NOW through November 1st, 2026. Our internship is highly competitive and will have different process stages during the application phase.

Program Summary

• May 2027 through August 2027 (11 weeks) internship program
• Must be able to work at least 40 hours per week for the duration of the program
• Work location: Eunice, NM
• Supplementary group learning sessions
• One on one mentoring
• Opportunities for presentations and high level networking

Compensation

• Paid Internship $21/hour paid bi-weekly
• Company sponsored Housing & Utilities

Candidate Requirements / Eligibility

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain site access authorization and applicable security clearances.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to work in an industrial environment.2 years of college courses completed
• Able to work ALL 11 weeks (May through August) of the internship program
• Work Schedule: Professional work schedule/M-F 9/80 work schedule
• Security Clearance Requirement: CAA Access and successfully pass a security clearance, background verification and drug free screening process
• Work Environment: General Office. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc.
• Responsible for the protection of confidential and proprietary information received during employment, including keeping information in strict confidence, exercising a reasonable degree of care to prevent disclosure to others, not disclosing or divulging either directly or indirectly information to others, and not using the information commercially or for any other purpose other than the performance of their duties for Urenco. Confidential information includes information and data of any kind concerning any matters affecting or relating to Urenco business or operations, including compensation, investigations, financial controls, etc.

Essential Functions

• Support I&C Maintenance personnel in executing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assist in troubleshooting plant equipment, control systems Instrumentation, using the appropriate measurement and test equipment.
• Participate in maintenance planning, work package development, and documentation reviews.
• Assist with equipment inspections, testing, calibration, and condition monitoring activities.
• Review electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, P&ID diagrams, and maintenance procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist in maintaining maintenance records and documentation
• Observe and support plant modifications and project activities as assigned.
• Participate in safety meetings, pre-job briefings, and training activities.
• Learn and apply nuclear safety, environmental, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Support development of technical reports, presentations, and recommendations related to maintenance performance and equipment reliability.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation: $ 21/hour

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages protected veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. UUSA supports a drug free workplace.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at [e-mail].

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