Nuclear Operations Intern – 11-Week Paid Program

Urenco USA; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Urenco USA offers an 11-week paid internship in Eunice, NM, May–August 2027. You will work full-time (40 hours/week) on the Operations team, gaining hands-on experience in uranium enrichment processes and plant utilities. The program includes mentoring, group sessions, and opportunities to present your work.

Compensation is $21/hour with company-sponsored housing and utilities. Applicants must be math-related majors, be in good academic standing, and able to obtain required security clearances.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree program for math-related majors.
• Must have completed at least two years of college prior to start.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain site access authorization and applicable security clearances.
• Able to work all 11 weeks (May through August) of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Achieve operator qualifications up to Control Room Operator through UUSA program.
• Operate enrichment plant and utility systems under supervision.
• Handle cylinders, sampling, and blending operations.
• Maintain plant logs and report equipment/process issues.
• Support training of operators in training and review procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (math-related)

Two years of college completed

GPA 3.0 or higher

Security clearance eligibility

Willingness to commit to 11 weeks

Job description

Urenco USA offers an 11-week paid internship in Eunice, NM, May–August 2027. You will work full-time (40 hours/week) on the Operations team, gaining hands-on experience in uranium enrichment processes and plant utilities. The program includes mentoring, group sessions, and opportunities to present your work.

Compensation is $21/hour with company-sponsored housing and utilities. Applicants must be math-related majors, be in good academic standing, and able to obtain required security clearances.