LSE Student Intern - Construction Services en Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions · Aiken, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Oficina en Aiken
Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:
The hourly base rate of pay for this internship starts at $18.00, and may increase based on major and class standing.
As a Construction Service intern, you will regularly visit construction sites to observe day-to-day operations, gaining insight into effective construction supervision practices. These visits will help them understand how work is conducted safely, on schedule, and in compliance with design specifications, ultimately aiding their grasp of site management complexities and common challenges. Additionally, the intern will join field engineers and supervisors in conducting detailed observations and assessments of ongoing construction work, documenting observations, identifying potential issues, and suggesting corrective actions to ensure project quality and safety standards are met. This exposure will enable the intern to develop a keen eye for detail and understand quality control processes. The intern will also assist in reviewing and managing construction work packages, including detailed drawings, specifications, and instructions, working closely with the construction engineering team to ensure all packages are complete and accurate, enhancing their project planning and documentation skills. Furthermore, the intern will collaborate with welding engineers and craft personnel to gain a comprehensive understanding of welding processes, including various techniques, equipment, and quality control measures, ensuring welds meet structural and safety requirements. Finally, the intern will rotate through different engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, and civil, to learn from experienced engineers, assisting with design reviews, system checks, and interdisciplinary coordination. This multidisciplinary exposure will help them appreciate the collaborative nature of engineering and the importance of coordination among different disciplines. These responsibilities will not only provide valuable hands-on experience but also prepare the intern for a successful career in construction and construction engineering by exposing them to a wide range of tasks and skill sets.
As a Construction Service intern, you will regularly visit construction sites to observe day-to-day operations, gaining insight into effective construction supervision practices. These visits will help them understand how work is conducted safely, on schedule, and in compliance with design specifications, ultimately aiding their grasp of site management complexities and common challenges. Additionally, the intern will join field engineers and supervisors in conducting detailed observations and assessments of ongoing construction work, documenting observations, identifying potential issues, and suggesting corrective actions to ensure project quality and safety standards are met. This exposure will enable the intern to develop a keen eye for detail and understand quality control processes. The intern will also assist in reviewing and managing construction work packages, including detailed drawings, specifications, and instructions, working closely with the construction engineering team to ensure all packages are complete and accurate, enhancing their project planning and documentation skills. Furthermore, the intern will collaborate with welding engineers and craft personnel to gain a comprehensive understanding of welding processes, including various techniques, equipment, and quality control measures, ensuring welds meet structural and safety requirements. Finally, the intern will rotate through different engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, and civil, to learn from experienced engineers, assisting with design reviews, system checks, and interdisciplinary coordination. This multidisciplinary exposure will help them appreciate the collaborative nature of engineering and the importance of coordination among different disciplines. These responsibilities will not only provide valuable hands-on experience but also prepare the intern for a successful career in construction and construction engineering by exposing them to a wide range of tasks and skill sets.
Required Qualifications
Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
Must be a full-time student at an accredited four-year college or university, or within one year after finishing a degree program.
Must have completed freshman year of college.
Must successfully complete Savannah River Site General Employee Training and substance abuse processing.
Must be a full-time student at an accredited four-year college or university, or within one year after finishing a degree program.
Must have completed freshman year of college.
Must successfully complete Savannah River Site General Employee Training and substance abuse processing.
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Pursuing a Construction, Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Degree
Job Category
Technical Services
Note:
SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at [email protected].
Security Clearance Information
SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Who We Are
As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.
The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.
The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.
