Summer 2027 Design Engineering Internship - Byron, IL

Cognitioworld; Byron Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship program

Job summary

Cognitioworld is offering a 10-week paid engineering internship at its Nuclear location in Byron, IL, running from June 7 to August 13, 2027. You will work on real-world projects under the guidance of an assigned supervisor and technical mentor.

Projects include Cooling Tower Drone Inspections, Nuclear Core Analysis, and Control Circuit Wiring Design for a Feedwater Pump, among others. Applicants must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering program with GPA requirements and legal

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering (Fall 2027).
• GPA 2.8+ overall; 3.0+ in major courses.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 10-week paid internship at Constellation's Nuclear location in Byron, IL.
• Work on real-world projects under supervisor and technical mentor.
• Engage in projects such as Cooling Tower Drone Inspections, Nuclear Core Analysis, and more.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Participate in a 10-week paid internship at Constellation's Nuclear location in Byron, IL, from June 7th to August 13th, 2027.


• Work on specific projects designed to provide real-world, hands‑on experience under the guidance of an assigned supervisor and technical mentor.


• Engage in projects such as Cooling Tower Drone Inspections, Nuclear Core Analysis, Control Circuit Wiring Design for Feedwater Pump, Thermal Overload Calculation for Motor Operated Valves, Seismic Monitoring Instrumentation Upgrade, Weld Overlays Calculations on Feedwater Heater, and Hydrogen Electrolyzer Project.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Students enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering program for Fall 2027, majoring in Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.


• Minimum GPA of 2.8 cumulative and 3.0 in major courses.


• A track record of outstanding academic performance.


• Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment.


• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem‑solving environment.


• Excellent leadership, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.