Gain hands-on experience, solve real-world engineering challenges, and contribute to the next generation of advanced nuclear technology.

About NANO Nuclear Energy NANO Nuclear Energy is an advanced nuclear technology company focused on near-term commercialization of nuclear reactors for innovative applications. Our team brings together expertise in nuclear engineering, mechanical and civil design, licensing, and operations to take first-of-a-kind technologies from concept through deployment.

Internship Overview

We have multiple engineering internship opportunities open to undergraduate and graduate candidates. We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented students to join our team this summer. You will work directly with experienced engineers and scientists on real-world technical challenges that impact nuclear reactor design, safety, licensing, and deployment.  Our internship program offers valuable opportunity for hands-on experience and to develop your skills in various engineering disciplines.  At the end of the summer, interns will present their work, key findings, and accomplishments to senior leadership and relevant area leads, providing an opportunity to showcase their contributions and the impact of their projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, analysis, and testing of engineering solutions.
• Conduct research, collect data, and prepare technical reports.
• Support senior engineers in project planning and execution.
• Perform calculations, simulations, or experiments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work and project progress.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines in a fast-paced startup environment.

Who Should Apply

• Undergraduate students: Rising juniors and seniors pursuing a bachelor's degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or a related engineering field.
• Recent graduates: Candidates graduating in 2027 are eligible to apply.
• Graduate students: Candidates pursuing advanced degrees, including master's and Ph.D. programs, are encouraged to apply. This opportunity is particularly suited to candidates conducting advanced research or specializing in relevant technical disciplines.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completing a degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or a related engineering field, consistent with the eligibility criteria outlined above.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for the full 10-week internship period. This may include students eligible to work under CPT or OPT.  The company does not provide visa sponsorship.
• Coursework or research in nuclear engineering or energy systems.
• Experience with relevant tools (e.g., Serpent, SCALE, Python, MATLAB).
• Hands-on lab, fabrication, or testing experience.
• Interest in advanced reactors, microreactors, or non-LWR technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or research in nuclear engineering or energy systems.
• Experience with relevant tools (e.g., Serpent, SCALE, Python, MATLAB).
• Hands-on lab, fabrication, or testing experience.
• Interest in advanced reactors, microreactors, or non-LWR technologies.

Location & Transportation

This internship is based on-site at our Oak Brook facility. Interns are responsible for securing their own housing and arranging reliable transportation to and from the facility for the duration of the internship. The Company does not provide housing or transportation assistance.

Dates

• Internship length: 10 weeks
• Dates: June 7 – August 13, 2027 (flexibility to extend internship)
• Location: On-site everyday in Oak Brook, IL

Application Timeline:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be contacted directly by our recruiting team regarding next steps. Due to the volume of applications, we ask that applicants refrain from contacting the team for individual status updates.