Materials Engineering Intern — Nuclear Metals & Testing

BWX Technologies; Jonesborough (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Internship experience

Inclusive atmosphere

Learning opportunities

Paid internship

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Jonesborough, TN is seeking a Metallurgical/Materials Engineering Intern to support the engineering team with materials testing, quality analysis, and process improvement initiatives.

This internship provides hands-on lab experience and data analysis in a manufacturing environment. Day-to-day activities include hardness and tensile testing, microstructure analysis, sample preparation, data collection, and assisting in continuous improvement projects with engineers and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of metals, alloys, material behavior, and testing methods.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and safe testing practices.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and present technical data clearly.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• U.S. citizenship

Responsibilities

• Assist with metallurgical testing, including hardness tests, tensile tests, microstructure analysis, and failure investigations.
• Prepare and examine samples using metallurgical equipment such as microscopes, polishing tools, and cutting equipment.
• Support material characterization activities and help maintain accurate testing documentation.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate material performance, quality trends, and process stability.
• Help identify and troubleshoot issues related to materials, coatings, heat treatment, and production processes.
• Work with engineers and production teams to support continuous improvement projects focused on material performance and reliability.
• Assist in updating material specifications, work instructions, and process records.
• Participate in research activities related to new alloys, material properties, or processing methods.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory workspace following company safety standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Laboratory safety

U.S. citizenship

Education

Metallurgical Engineering (pursuing)

Materials Science (pursuing)

Engineering degree (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Minitab

MATLAB

Python

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Jonesborough, TN is seeking a Metallurgical/Materials Engineering Intern to support the engineering team with materials testing, quality analysis, and process improvement initiatives.

This internship provides hands-on lab experience and data analysis in a manufacturing environment. Day-to-day activities include hardness and tensile testing, microstructure analysis, sample preparation, data collection, and assisting in continuous improvement projects with engineers and