Civil Engineering Intern – Onsite Nuclear Design

X-energy; Maryland; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

X-energy in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an engineering intern for a 10-week summer program. You will support active projects with engineers and scientists, contribute to design and analyses, and gain hands-on experience in reactor-related engineering fields.

You will assist with data gathering, reporting, and documentation, while learning from seasoned professionals in a collaborative, on-site setting. This internship emphasizes hands-on learning and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed civil/structural/architectural eng degree.
• Experience in site development, grading, roadway, stormwater, hydrology or soil mechanics.
• Proficiency with drafting (2D/3D CAD) or BIM.
• Familiar with structural analysis using hand calcs or FEA software.

Responsibilities

• Support active engineering projects in your area of study.
• Assist with day-to-day technical and operational needs of your team.
• Conduct research, gather data, and synthesize findings for design initiatives.
• Help develop reports, docs, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Organize and maintain project files and records for traceability.
• Participate in meetings, design reviews, and brainstorming sessions.

Skills

Site development

Structural design

CAD/BIM drafting

FEA analysis

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

Civil/Structural/Architectural Eng degree

Tools

ANSYS

LS-DYNA

ABAQUS

OpenSees

CAD/BIM (Revit)

Job description

X-energy in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an engineering intern for a 10-week summer program. You will support active projects with engineers and scientists, contribute to design and analyses, and gain hands-on experience in reactor-related engineering fields.

You will assist with data gathering, reporting, and documentation, while learning from seasoned professionals in a collaborative, on-site setting. This internship emphasizes hands-on learning and teamwork.