Nuclear Intern - Reactor Engineering at Dominion Energy

Wayne State University; Waterford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a Nuclear engineering student for the Summer 2026 intern session to work in the Reactor Engineering group of the Nuclear Engineering Department at Millstone Power Station, Waterford CT.

Responsibilities include data acquisition, thermal performance analysis, reactor trending, and development of technical products. Projects will be mentored by experienced engineers and relate to coursework completion.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
• Ability to think analytically and solve engineering problems.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices.
• Ability to process information and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment.

Responsibilities

• Reactor flux data acquisition and analysis for periodic surveillances of power distribution.
• Ranking cycle thermal performance analysis.
• Trending of reactor performance.
• Periodic walkdowns of primary systems.
• Development of Reactor Engineering technical products.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Engineering principles

Regulatory interpretation

Project management

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Nuclear Engineering

Graduation 2027/2028

GPA 3.0

Job description

Nuclear Intern - Reactor Engineering Millstone

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a Nuclear engineering student for the Summer 2026 intern session to work in the Reactor Engineering group of the Nuclear Engineering Department at Millstone Power Station, Waterford CT.

Job duties may include:

• Reactor flux data acquisition and analysis for periodic surveillances of power distribution
• Ranking cycle thermal performance analysis
• Trending of reactor performance
• Periodic walkdowns of primary systems
• Development of Reactor Engineering technical products

Project assignments will be made in consideration of completed coursework.Tasks will mentored by experienced engineers

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Working knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
• Ability to think analytically and solve engineering problems.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices.
• Ability to process information and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment.
• Must have a reliable source of transportation
• Able to work as team player and work with various groups in the station to provide a user friendly product.
• Willing to get into the field and perform hands on evaluation of plant modifications

Education Requirements

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program at a four-year college or university. Students with a Mechanical Engineering major may also be considered as long as they have a minor/track/focus of Nuclear Engineering
• Must have an anticipated graduation date of 2027 or 2028.
• Must have a 3.0 minimum GPA

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits,