Nuclear Electrical Engineering Intern - Chattanooga, TN (Jun 2026)

Electrical Engineering Intern to support design and modernization of nuclear power systems with Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist in preparing engineering calculations and design tasks for large nuclear power generating stations, including protection and coordination studies, cable sizing, medium and low voltage system design, DC battery sizing, and safety-related system analyses.
• Utilize industry-standard software tools like ETAP for power systems analysis and modeling of complex electrical networks.
• Support design, selection, and integration of major electrical power equipment such as switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), large power transformers, breakers, and relays.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and participate in technical training sessions and reviews.
• Gain exposure to station-specific procedures and interface with client stakeholders including Operations and Systems Engineering representatives.
• Work with designers and drafters to translate engineering concepts into detailed drawings supporting project deliverables.
• Develop professional skills by working within fixed project schedules and budgets, learning time management and collaboration tools.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and gain insight into the pathway to professional licensure, including mentorship opportunities.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary mock engineering project based on real-world examples, collaborating with peers to solve complex design challenges and present solutions to senior staff.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Active enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a strong academic background and coursework.
• Preferably enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valued but not required: prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Valued but not required: understanding of practical application of electrical and mechanical engineering principles and project design techniques.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

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, FSA & HSA options, 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

• Hands-on learning and technical training with support from experienced engineers and subject matter experts.
• Collaboration across engineering disciplines using established technical processes and industry standards.
• Mentorship and exposure to career development steps required for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Participation in multidisciplinary mock engineering projects based on real-world examples.

Career Progression

• Opportunity to gain valuable insight and mentorship toward professional licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience working on first-of-a-kind restart projects, small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor facilities, and plant life-extension initiatives.

How to Apply

• Submit your application through the provided link and follow the application instructions as provided by the employer, ensuring all required information is included.
• No relocation assistance is provided.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

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

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