About the role#
This is a summer internship for a Fire Protection Engineering student based at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina. You will work as a Limited Service Employee to support ongoing projects and operations. This is a full-time, paid position running for 10 to 12 weeks between May and July 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support the organization and ongoing projects.
- Work on technical topics under the guidance of an Engineering mentor.
- Conduct facility walkdowns.
- Help develop technical work documents.
- Evaluate facility conditions to ensure code compliance.
- Assist with maintenance activities and troubleshooting.
- Participate in fire protection system upgrade projects.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited four-year university.
- Progress toward a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a similar field.
- Completion of your sophomore year.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 is preferred.
- Ability to pass General Employment Training and Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Location & details#
- The role is located on-site in Aiken, South Carolina.
- You are responsible for your own transportation, including a valid driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance for site access.
- Work schedules are 40 hours per week, with no shift work or overtime.
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
About Savannah River Mission Completion
Savannah River Mission Completion operates as a partnership between BWX Technologies, Amentum, and Fluor. The company holds the Integrated Mission Completion Contract for the Savannah River Site. Its work focuses on liquid waste stabilization, nuclear materials management, and the remediation of contaminated soil and water. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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