Nuclear Core Design Intern Summer 2026

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission toprovide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our mostvaluable asset, and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizingand encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role :

As a Nuclear Core Design intern, you will report to the Nuclear Design Manager and be located at our Cranberry location. This is a paid, full-time hybrid summer position.

Key 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

Become a member of a nuclear engineering intern team work with interns, engineers, project managers, and business leaders

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

Qualifications :

Pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in nuclear engineering

Minimum GPA of 3.0

Complete Sophomore year of college

Core introductory nuclear classes

Interest in Core Neutronics and Nuclear Fuel Design

Computer simulation experience

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The hourly rate for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $22.69 to $27.50 per hour.

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Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system :

Safety and Quality

Integrity and Trust

Customer Focus and Innovation

Speed and Passion to Win

Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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