Co-Op Science - Radiological Controls

Central Plateau Cleanup Company; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress code

Three-day weekends

Job summary

Central Plateau Cleanup Company in Richland, WA is seeking a Co-Op Radiological Controls student to gain real-world experience in Rad Protection. Under supervision, you will review records, prepare presentations, and support monthly/annual reporting while collaborating with RadCon staff across disciplines.

The role emphasizes website updates, documentation, and data gathering. Local students enrolled full-time in WSU-Tri-Cities or CBC, with 15–40 hours weekly, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a full-time degree program (Health Physics, Computer Science, or related).
• Maintain GPA 2.5+ during college enrollment.
• Willing to work 15-40 hours per week Mon-Thu, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reviewing radiological work records for editorial issues.
• Create/maintain PowerPoint presentations, Excel and Word docs.
• Gather and review radiological records to support reports; maintain meeting minutes.
• Develop and maintain RadCon webpage; understand site design and functionality.
• Interface with RadCon staff (Managers, Supervisors, Rad Engineers, Technicians).

Skills

Website basics

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Education

Health Physics/CS-related degree

Full-time student status

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Details

• Title: Co-Op Science - Radiological Controls
• Position Number: 41360
• Company: Central Plateau Cleanup Comp
• City/State: Richland, WA
• Location: Hanford, WA (200E)
• Posted: 08/05/2026
• Closes: 08/19/2026
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Full/Part-Time: Part-Time

Job Duties / Scope Of Work

WORK SAFE, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BE A PART OF HISTORY WITH THE CPCCo!

At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are dedicated to providing a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area by protecting the Columbia River and remediating the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we seek exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex.

If you are a local, full-time student who meets the basic qualifications (below) and would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!

Our Radiation (Rad) Protection Programs organization is seeking a Co-Op Rad Protection student who has the desire to gain valuable, real-world experience related to Radiological Protection.

Under direct supervision, the individual will perform job duties that may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with reviewing radiological work records, procedures, technical documents for editorial or graphical issues.
• Assist in creating/maintaining power point presentations, excel and word documents.
• Assist in gathering and reviewing radiological work records to support monthly/annual reports.
• Maintain weekly staff meeting minutes.
• Develop, update, and maintain RadCon web page, including understanding the website design, layout, and functionality.
• Assist in other RadCon projects.
• Interface daily with RadCon Staff members (e.g., Managers, Supervisors, Rad Engineers, and Radiological Control Technicians).

Basic Qualifications

• A U.S. citizen.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Actively enrolled in a full-time degree program
• Currently pursuing a degree in Health Physics, Computer Science, or related degree.
• Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) during their college enrollment.
• Currently enrolled with either Washington State University Tri-Cities (WSU-TC), Columbia Basin College (CBC), or any online student living local to the Tri-Cities, WA.
• Students will be sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate status and enrolled full-time, as determined by the institution.
• Willing and able to work 15-40 hours a week on a Monday - Thursday, 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. schedule.
• Actively enrolled in a full-time degree program that relates to CPCCo, with emphasis in specific disciplines that support the cleanup mission and aligns with the critical skills and job assignment requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work on website design, layout, and functionality.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and basic programming principles. Experienced in building and maintaining web pages through school and personal projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting rate is based on academic standing and field of degree, ranging from an hourly rate of $21.80 to $29.10 plus an additional $5.09 health & welfare adder in accordance with the Service Contract Act.

A few perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:

• A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
• Three-day weekends.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity, CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans, CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO. Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.

If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
• Family Medical Leave Act
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act
• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave

Additional Information

• Relocation Funding Provided: No
• U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
• Clearance Required: No
• Job Classification: SNE
• Shift Work Required: No