Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Intern - Nuclear (Jun 2026)

Join Sargent & Lundy as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer Intern to support nuclear power plant projects with a focus on electrical and mechanical integration.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist engineering team members in project execution involving design, modifications, and upgrades to power plant systems.
• Work under senior engineers to utilize and expand knowledge in electronic process sensors, digital controllers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, steam turbines, and reactors.
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, and designs.
• Track and evaluate project activities, progress, and associated data for project reporting.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Active enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic background and coursework in analog and digital control systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Preferred but not required: prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Preferred but not required: coursework and/or experience in mechatronics and/or robotics.
• Preferred but not required: understanding of practical application of electrical and mechanical engineering principles to project design.
• Preferred enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Note: The company does not sponsor work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage range: $17.50 - $27.00.
• Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life and accident insurance, disability coverage, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) plan and pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program, employee discount program, corporate charitable giving program, and tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus and employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time, vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Training & Development

Opportunity to work under senior engineers and expand academic knowledge in nuclear power plant instrumentation and controls.

Career Progression

Join a leading nuclear power group with projects in small modular reactors, advanced reactor technology, and commercial reactor restarts, supporting long-term career growth in nuclear engineering.

How to Apply

Submit your application through the provided link, ensuring all required information is included.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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