Engineering Intern

  • Student
  • USA / Maryland
  • In Office

Welcome to Orano

Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.

Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.

Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.

Job description

Position Overview

We're seeking a motivated engineering intern to join our technical team. This internship offers hands-on experience working on real engineering projects, developing technical skills, and collaborating with experienced engineers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design, development, and testing of engineering solutions
  • Conduct research and analysis to support engineering projects
  • Create and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation
  • Participate in design reviews and technical meetings
  • Perform calculations, simulations, and modeling as needed
  • Support prototype development and testing activities
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and propose solutions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project deliverables

Our Full-Time Benefits

  • Competitive compensation 
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions 
  • 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts 
  • Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules 
  • Numerous Training and Development opportunities 
  • and more…   

Ideal qualifications

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical,
  • Chemical, Industrial, or related field)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.)
  • Familiarity with simulation tools (MATLAB, ANSYS, etc.)
  • Previous internship or project experience in engineering
  • Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
  • Programming skills (Python, C++, etc.)

What We Offer

  • Hands-on technical experience with real-world engineering challenges
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers
    Professional development opportunities
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technology
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • [Competitive compensation]
  • [Other benefits: housing stipend, relocation assistance, etc.]

Internship Details

Duration: [Summer 2026, 10 weeks]
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Start Date: May 2026
Hours: [Full-time, 40 hours/week]

Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Engineering Intern

Ref: 2025-22088

Student

Bethesda

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Orano USA LLC

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider for decommissioning shutdown nuclear energy facilities, managing used nuclear fuel, conducting federal site clean-up and closure, and the sale of uranium, conversion, and enrichment services to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212 (212Pb), a rare alpha-emitting radioisotope and one of the more potent therapeutic payloads against cancer cells. https://www.orano.group/usa

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