Materials Characterization Intern

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications.  For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXT We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.   BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.   If you are looking for a Summer 2027 internship opportunity where innovative thinking is fostered and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.   Position Overview: As a Materials Characterization Intern, you will be part of a team assisting multiple nuclear development projects at its Advanced Technologies research and development organization in Lynchburg, VA. The intern will be responsible for developing a new characterization methodology in support of characterizing the chemistry, microstructure, or properties of different inorganic materials. This is in support of our R&D and prototype programs including applications in space and terrestrial nuclear applications.    Location: The position will be located in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office.   Your Day to Day as a Materials Characterization Intern:

Take ownership of a one or more characterization methods to improve standard operating procedures, improve quality, or expand the current offer of characterization capability. Support various R&D programs through the analysis of various materials being developed. Analyze, reduce, and present data generated from characterizing various materials.

Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, PhD Degree in a technical field of study (e.g., Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear Engineer, Physics, Chemistry etc.). Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multi-task are required. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Exposure or experience in characterization of ceramic, metal, or composite materials Characterization exposure/understanding of one of the following characterization approaches ICP-MS, TGA, FTIR, LECO-OCNHS, SEM, XRD, CT, BET SA, SEM, EDS, EBSD, Pycnometry, PSA etc. Enthusiastic attitude for tackling new challenges and learning new technologies.

Flexible work schedules to promote a healthy work-life balance. Housing stipend available for those that