Health Physics Intern - Virginia (Summer 2027)

Job overview

The Health Physics Intern is an onsite role based in Lynchburg, VA. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports a Fortune 1000 manufacturing and engineering innovator in the nuclear solutions sector. This role exists to provide mentorship in basic Health Physics and Radiation Control principles. The intern contributes to the team by engaging in day-to-day operations, including audits, change management, and safety analyses.

What you'll do

• Review and update Radiation Protection Technical Work Records
• Develop requirements for Radiation Work Permits
• Maintain personnel radiation exposure records
• Participate in audits of radiologically controlled areas.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

lynchburg va

bwxt

internship

health physics

nuclear solutions

engineering

onsite

summer 2027

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary, Housing stipend for eligible interns, Professional development, Mentorship programs

Why this role

Requires enrollment in a B.S. or M.S. degree in an Engineering/Technical/Science field; Health Physics related coursework preferred; U.S. Citizenship required; Ability to obtain DOE Q clearance.

About the employer

BWX Technologies, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.