Intern Human Resources, Erwin, Tennessee - Summer 2027

BWXT; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Erwin, TN, is seeking an HR Intern for the summer of 2027 to support daily HR operations onsite. You'll work under the local Sr.

HR Manager and gain hands-on experience in onboarding, data management, and HR policy administration. You will help prepare reports, maintain confidential records, and collaborate with the HR team and site leadership to drive continuous improvement. This internship emphasizes growth, learning, and practical exposure to federal contractor HR

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Willingness to report to Erwin, TN daily.
• U.S. citizen and DOE security eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Respond to employee inquiries accurately and promptly.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and onboarding experience.
• Update employee systems and databases with accurate data.
• Prepare HR reports using available tools.
• Review and recommend HR policy/process improvements.
• Draft communications about policy changes.
• Maintain new hire files with confidentiality.
• Collaborate with HR and local management.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Teams)

HRIS

ATS software

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXT

At BWXT, we believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Human Resources (HR) Intern to join our team this summer and provide daily support as a valued contributor to our HR team. This role will offer you the opportunity to work on the employee facing operational side of HR.

Reporting to the local Sr. HR Manager, this is a temporary onsite work opportunity in Erwin, TN, for the summer of 2027.

If you are looking for a role where transformative HR thinking is fostered and a continuous improvement mindset is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you!

Your Day To Day As An HR Intern

• Research and provide accurate and timely responses to employee inquires.
• Support new hire onboarding and provides a positive employee experience to new hires.
• Support accurate data collection by updating internal employee systems and databases.
• Use available tools and resources to prepare HR-related reports to support the business.
• Review and provide recommendations on ways to improve HR policies & processes.
• Draft engaging employee communications on policy and procedural changes.
• Maintain new hires files while ensuring integrity and confidentiality of records.
• Collaborate with HR and the local management team.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in human resource management, or a closely related field. Advanced degree enrollment can also be considered.
• Ability to handle and work with confidential information within defined requirements.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to report to an assigned work location each day as scheduled.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Eligibility to receive and maintain a DOE security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including Teams.
• Familiarity with, or working knowledge of, U.S. labor laws.
• Familiarity with HRIS and ATS software.
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification.

Pay: $22.92 - $26.78

The starting hourly rate for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $22.92 and $26.78 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

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