LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY IN THE NUCLEAR INDUSTRY? GROW YOUR CAREER AT FRAMATOME!

Framatome is a major international player in the nuclear energy market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear fleet. The company designs, manufactures, and installs components and fuel for nuclear power plants and offers a full range of reactor services.

With 14,000 employees worldwide, every day Framatome’s expertise helps its customers improve the safety and performance of their nuclear plants and achieve their economic and societal goals.

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Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (75.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%) and Assystem (5%).

GROUP DESCRIPTION

Fuel Design is an internationally-organized group which supports the engineering needs for the company's global fuel products. Within Fuel Design, the Materials department has responsibility to develop new fuel materials, maintain material specifications, and interface directly with manufacturing and vendors. Materials engineers work closely with Fuel Reliability to monitor the in-reactor behavior of fuel products and keep performance databases current.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a temporary, intern/co-op position in the Fuel Design, Mechanics & Materials department.   The intern will work with the engineering staff to support evaluations of commercial nuclear fuel products constructed from zirconium alloys, nickel alloys, and stainless steel.

Tasks may include:

• Compiling post-irradiation data gathered from fuel operated in commercial nuclear power reactors

• Analyzing data for inclusion in material databases and correlations

• Reviewing continued applicability of predictive material models

Required Skills Required Experience

ALL CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Materials, Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering with at least four semesters completed by start of internship/co-op.
  • Please attach a copy of your unofficial academic transcript as part of your application. Transcripts can be added in the Profile Attachments section (Step 5) of the online application.
• Strong academic performance
• Strong technical problem-solving abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE DESIRED AND WILL BE USED TO DIFFERENTIATE ALL CANDIDATES WHO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

• Previous internship/co-op experience in field of study
• Experience or coursework in statistical analysis of data 
• Materials science coursework 
• Experience using MS Office tools including MS Word and Excel

THIS OPPORTUNITY IS IN RICHLAND, WASHINGTON

Richland is located in the Columbia River basin in southeastern Washington a few hours east of Seattle. After work, the Richland, Kennewick, Pasco Tri-cities area offers a variety of water sports and fabulous fishing. A short drive puts you in the beautiful Cascade Mountains. With very little rainfall annually, you can enjoy the outdoors year-round. Join your co-workers in a Habitat for Humanity build, join a sports league or enjoy one of the unique restaurants in the area.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis Ability to bend and stoop on a continual basis Ability to work outside in all weather conditions Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns and other environmental risks Ability to follow oral instructions from Foreman or Crew Leader Must wear work boots, Bland landscaping uniforms present yourself in a clean and polite manner Must practice safety with chemicals and equipment Must wear company-provided eye and ear protection as required Valid Driver''s license preferred but not required Must comply with Bland''s policies and procedures Must be able to pass a criminal background check