Materials Engineering Summer Internship 2026

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, West Mifflin
814 Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 03, 2025
About Us Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today! Job Description The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has internship opportunities for college students to spend the summer of 2026 getting great work experience, in great locations, supporting the world's greatest Navy. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking enthusiastic Materials Engineering students to join our team to develop the next generation of materials for nuclear propulsion systems, support projects currently being designed and built, and provide technical support for the US Navy's operating nuclear power plants. Join a team of experienced engineers with a long history of solving challenging problems. Work may include: Design, coordination, & documentation of material test programs; analysis and modeling of test program data; hands on application of advanced materials characterization or nondestructive testing laboratory techniques, integration with suppliers responsible for fabrication and manufacturing of parts; and / or consults on emergent issues. Areas of interest are manufacturing, mechanical properties, processing, forging, metal working, and specifications of core and plant components and systems. There are focused opportunities to support integration of additively manufactured materials. Test efforts often study irradiation effects, heat treatment effects, embrittlement, fracture mechanics, welding fatigue, and aqueous corrosion. The ability to communicate, coordinate, and integrate with many stakeholders is necessary. If you want to put your talents to work in a mission-driven environment, apply now! Program highlights include: Final presentation to management, peers, and other NNL employees Meet directly with NNL General Manager and Executive Leadership Partnership with a mentor Opportunity to tour local NNL site facilities Trip to a Naval Shipyard for a guided tour Extensive networking opportunities The NNL Internship is 10-12 week program starting in May/June 2026. An internship position may result in a return internship or full-time employment offer upon successful completion of the program. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Candidates for Materials Engineering internship positions must be: Pursuing Materials Engineering or related engineering or science BS, MS or PhD degrees from an accredited college or university Must have completed at least first full year of college by May 2026 Enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout this internship Students must attach most recent unofficial college transcripts and resume to the employment application. Preferred Skills Cumulative minimum GPA 3.0/4.0 Prior related internship, co-op or work experience (paid or volunteer) Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD) or Naval Nuclear Program experience Compensation and Benefits NNL offers an outstanding Compensation and Benefits package for interns which includes: Competitive Salary Defined Contribution Retirement Plans: 401(k) Plan with company match Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) with company contribution Flexible work schedules and 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off). Hybrid work schedule may be available Stipend for qualified applicants (school and home address must be >50 miles from assigned work location Pay Range $23.50/hour-$41.00/hour Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hourly rate is based upon candidate education and job discipline, as well as market and business considerations. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Now