Nuclear Safety Internship: Engineering Analysis & Impact

X-energy; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

X-energy LLC invites applications for a Summer 2027 internship in Oak Ridge, TN. The program partners with engineers, scientists, and professionals to contribute to TRISO-X fuel fabrication projects while gaining hands-on experience under guided supervision.

Interns will support daily department operations, organize project files, and participate in team meetings. Applicants should be enrolled or recently graduated in nuclear, mechanical, chemical, or civil engineering with strong Microsoft

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in — or recent completion of — a bachelor's degree in nuclear, mechanical, chemical, civil, engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Academic or hands-on knowledge in SCALE, MCNP, or other NCS computer codes and models to demonstrate subcriticality.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a collaborative mindset — you're eager to learn and ready to contribute.

Responsibilities

• Support active engineering projects and analyses within your area of study, contributing to work that advances TRISO-X fuel fabrication projects.
• Provide support for day-to-day departmental or team operations.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, meetings, and project discussions offering input and feedback when appropriate.
• Attend team meetings and contribute ideas and suggestions to enhance operational efficiency or project outcomes.
• Help organize and maintain project files, documents, and records.
• Conduct research and gather information for ongoing initiatives and projects.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, or other materials as needed.

Skills

Curiosity

Collaborative mindset

Initiative

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

X-energy LLC invites applications for a Summer 2027 internship in Oak Ridge, TN. The program partners with engineers, scientists, and professionals to contribute to TRISO-X fuel fabrication projects while gaining hands-on experience under guided supervision.

Interns will support daily department operations, organize project files, and participate in team meetings. Applicants should be enrolled or recently graduated in nuclear, mechanical, chemical, or civil engineering with strong Microsoft