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Laveer Engineering · 1 month ago

Nuclear Core Design Intern Summer 2026

Cranberry Township, PA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$22.69/hr - $27.50/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Westinghouse Electric Co is committed to providing clean energy solutions, and they are seeking a Nuclear Core Design intern for the summer of 2026. This role involves participating in nuclear design training, performing core design calculations, and collaborating with experienced engineers on innovative projects.

Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringService Industry

Responsibilities

You will participate in introductory nuclear design specific training and nuclear engineering learning seminars

Perform nuclear core design calculations by using the internal and external nuclear core design simulation codes, following internal methodology, and consulting with experienced peer and mentor engineers

You will interpret results and work with experienced engineering mentors to produce innovative new projects and loading pattern designs for operating PWR plants

Examples of nuclear core design intern projects may include:

Bound Nuclear Core Calculations, Core Accident Scenarios, Core Loading Pattern Designs

Test and Implementation of New Fuel Product Designs

Economical Models, Estimates, and Engineering Technical Descriptions

Feasibility Studies and 'What if' Scenario Modeling of PWR Core Capabilities

Core Startup Calculations and Low Power Physics Testing Models

Nuclear Core Design Calculation Automation and Software Design