System Safety Engineering Assistant Intern
- Regular/Permanent
- USA / Maryland
- In Office
Welcome to Orano
Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.
Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.
Job description
Join our team at Orano USA and contribute to building the clean energy world of tomorrow. As an intern, you'll be part of a leading international player in the nuclear industry, gaining valuable experience in cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions across the entire fuel cycle.
Under guidance from experienced professionals, the System Safety Engineering Intern will assist in various aspects of complex engineering tasks. You'll support systems engineering activities, including safety, security, cybersecurity, and reliability requirements. This internship offers exposure to multidisciplinary teams (chemical, structural/civil, mechanical, I&C, electrical, HVAC) and provides insight into major projects in the nuclear industry.
Objectives:
- Assist in coordinating engineering work, including helping to establish and maintain requirements, overall technical solutions, and safety basis documentation.
- Support functional analysis and learn to document the functional allocation to systems and subsystems.
- Help in identifying and documenting system interfaces, gaining understanding of their importance in complex projects.
- Observe and participate in day-to-day operations, interacting with engineers, designers, and engineering technicians on specific project assignments.
- Learn about project management by supporting schedule and cost performance tracking, assisting in status report preparation, and observing how deviations are identified and recovery plans proposed.
- Engage in various tasks supporting planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and plant operation and maintenance, as appropriate for an internship role.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the nuclear industry while developing valuable skills in systems engineering and project management.
Our Full-Time Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
- Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
- Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
- Numerous Training and Development opportunities
- and more…
Ideal qualifications
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a BS in Engineering or another technical field
- Strong academic performance, preferably with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Differentiating Qualifications:
- Relevant coursework in systems engineering, project management, or nuclear engineering
- Previous internship experience or involvement in engineering projects
- Leadership experience in student organizations or academic projects
- Familiarity with engineering software tools (e.g., Cameo, Jama, MATLAB, or similar)
- Basic understanding of nuclear energy concepts and safety principles
Skills and Knowledge:
- Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and practices
- Ability to learn and apply engineering standards, techniques, and criteria
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
- Basic understanding of project lifecycle and systems thinking
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
Additional Considerations:
- Interest in the nuclear industry and clean energy solutions
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Creative thinking and innovative approach to problem-solving
Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Orano USA LLC
Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider for decommissioning shutdown nuclear energy facilities, managing used nuclear fuel, conducting federal site clean-up and closure, and the sale of uranium, conversion, and enrichment services to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212 (212Pb), a rare alpha-emitting radioisotope and one of the more potent therapeutic payloads against cancer cells. https://www.orano.group/usa
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