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Safety Analysis Intern

BWX Technologies, Inc.
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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 2026 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 Safety Analysis Intern, you will work with a team of safety analyses engineers to support the documentation and model development of probabilistic risk assessment (PRA).

 

Location:

  • The position will be located in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office.

 

Your Day to Day as a Safety Analysis Intern:

  • Support the development of probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) documentation and models.
  • Develop and document Failure Rate Database using generic industry sources.
  • Develop/update fault tree modeling guidelines for consistency in level of detail and modeling conventions used in PRA models.
  • Learn and use PHOENIX/CAFTA software to support development of system fault tree models.
  • Quantify and review system fault tree models to support evaluations of proposed plant designs to identify design weaknesses and potential improvements.
  • Support the performance of safety analysis tasks for terrestrial nuclear power plants, including hazard identification and safety basis event identification.
  • Support the performance of Safety and Mission Assurance tasks for space reactors, including hazard analysis, identifications of mitigation actions and verification actions.
  • Support preparation of reports for NRC or DOE review and approval.
  • Integrate with other engineering groups performing aspects of component, system, fuel, and control system design.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or physics (Mechanical, Nuclear, or a related discipline).
  • Must be able to take coaching and feedback is required.
  • Must demonstrate strong technical writing skills.
  • Must possess effective communication skills.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with performing fault tree analysis CAFTA, SAPHIRE, PHOENIX, or similar codes.
  • Experience in leading technical teams (e.g. class project teams).
  • Experience reading system piping & instrumentation diagrams or one-line electrical diagrams.
  • Enrolled or completed classes associated with PRA or application of tools is a plus.

 

What We Offer:

  • Flexible work schedules to promote a healthy work-life balance.
  • BWXT offers the thrift plan (401k) to its employees. After 3 years of employment, you become fully vested and any time as an internship goes towards that time.
  • An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
  • The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.