Intern - Human Resources, Lynchburg, Virginia - Summer 2027

BWXT; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is seeking an HR Intern to support the Human Resources team in Lynchburg, VA. This role provides hands-on exposure to onboarding, recruiting coordination, and HR operations in a professional setting.

You will assist with scheduling interviews, maintaining confidential employee records, tracking HR metrics, and supporting engagement activities while pursuing an undergraduate degree in HR, Business, or related field. Must be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing HR, business, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain DOE security clearance.
• Onsite in Lynchburg, VA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating recruiting activities, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Support onboarding processes such as preparing new hire packets, conducting orientation check-ins, and updating employee files.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Help track HR metrics and prepare reports as needed.
• Participate in employee engagement activities and events.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team (filing, organizing, data entry, document updates).
• Help with special projects such as policy reviews, process improvement, and training coordination.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

U.S. citizenship

DOE clearance eligibility

MS Office proficiency

Education

Undergraduate degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

The HR Intern supports the Human Resources team by assisting with daily operations, employee services, recruiting coordination, and various HR projects. This role provides hands‑on exposure to HR processes in a professional environment and is ideal for students or early-career individuals pursuing HR, business administration, or related fields.

Location

Onsite in Lynchburg, VA

Your Day to Day as an HR Intern may include:

• Assist in coordinating recruiting activities, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Support onboarding processes such as preparing new hire packets, conducting orientation check-ins, and updating employee files.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Help track HR metrics and prepare reports as needed.
• Participate in employee engagement activities and events.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team (filing, organizing, data entry, document updates).
• Help with special projects such as policy reviews, process improvement, and training coordination.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to report to an assigned work location each day as scheduled.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy security clearance.

Pay: $26.78

The starting hourly rate for this position in Virginia (US-VA) is expected to be $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.

Nearest Major Market: Lynchburg

Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia

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