Materials Engineering Internship Summer 2027

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan

CAP contribution

Hybrid work

Job summary

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory offers summer internship opportunities for Materials Engineering students to gain hands-on experience in materials for nuclear propulsion systems, supporting projects in design, analysis, and testing. Interns work with experienced engineers, may participate in test programs, and collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders.

Highlights include a final presentation to management, mentoring, site facility tours, and networking opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Materials Engineering or related BS/MS/PhD.
• Must have completed at least first full year of college by May 2027.
• Enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout this internship.

Skills

GPA 3.0/4.0

Internship/Co-op

DOE/DOD experience

Welding/NDT knowledge

Education

Materials Eng BS/MS/PhD

First-year completed by May 2027

Enrolled throughout internship

Job description

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has internship opportunities for college students to spend the summer of 2027 getting great work experience, in great locations, supporting the world's greatest Navy.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking enthusiastic Materials Engineering students to join our team to develop the next generation of materials for nuclear propulsion systems, support projects currently being designed and built, and provide technical support for the US Navy's operating nuclear power plants. Join a team of experienced engineers with a long history of solving challenging problems. Work may include design, coordination, & documentation of material test programs; analysis and modeling of test program data; hands on application of advanced materials characterization or nondestructive testing laboratory techniques, integration with suppliers responsible for fabrication and manufacturing of parts; and / or consults on emergent issues. Areas of interest are manufacturing, mechanical properties, processing, forging, metal working, and specifications of core and plant components and systems. There are focused opportunities to support integration of additively manufactured materials. The ability to communicate, coordinate, and integrate with many stakeholders is necessary.

Program Highlights

• Final presentation to management, peers, and other NNL employees
• Meet directly with NNL General Manager and Executive Leadership
• Partnership with a mentor
• Opportunity to tour local NNL site facilities
• Trip to a Naval Shipyard for a guided tour
• Extensive networking opportunities

The NNL Internship is 10-12 week program starting in May/June 2027.

An internship position may result in a return internship or full-time employment offer upon successful completion of the program.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Candidates for Materials Engineering internship positions must be:

• Pursuing Materials Engineering, Welding Engineering or related engineering or science BS, MS or PhD degrees from an accredited college or university
• Must have completed at least first full year of college by May 2027
• Enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout this internship

Students must attach most recent unofficial college transcripts and resume (including anticipated graduation date) to the employment application. We will not accept any applications that do not include this information.

Preferred Skills

• Cumulative minimum GPA 3.0/4.0
• Prior related internship, co-op or work experience (paid or volunteer)
• Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD) or Naval Nuclear Program experience
• Knowledge of both mechanized or manual welding processes or nondestructive testing

Compensation and Benefits

NNL offers an outstanding Compensation and Benefits package for interns which includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plans:
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) with company contribution
• Flexible work schedules and 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off). Hybrid work schedule may be available
• Stipend for qualified applicants (school and home address must be >50 miles from assigned work location)

Pay Range

$25.00/hour-$42.50/hour

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hourly salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.