Additive Manufacturing Intern

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

If you are looking for a Summer 2026 internship opportunity where innovative thinking is fostered and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

Position Overview:

Advanced Technologies is currently seeking an Additive Manufacturing Intern to be part of a team assisting multiple nuclear development projects at its Advanced Technologies research and development organization in Lynchburg, VA. The intern will be responsible for developing novel manufacturing techniques of ceramics or metals through a one-off a few technologies BWXT is evaluating. These include both indirect and direct additive manufacturing technologies including electron beam, laser, and lithography-based technologies.

Location:

The position will be located in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office.

Your Day to Day as an Additive Manufacturing Intern:

• Take ownership of an additive manufacturing development program.
• Generate/improve standard operating procedures and perform a safety analysis of the technology.
• Develop and execute a development plan for the maturation of the selected additive technology.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a currently enrolled student pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree in a technical field of study (e.g., Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear Engineer, Physics, Chemistry etc.).
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure or experience in the processing and microstructure characterization of ceramic, metal, or composite materials.
• Experience in metal, plastic, or ceramic additive manufacturing technologies.
• Experience in polymer formulation and thermal/photoinitiation.
• Enthusiastic attitude for tackling new challenges and learning new technologies.

What We Offer:

• Flexible work schedules to promote a healthy work-life balance. 
• BWXT offers the thrift plan (401k) to its employees. After 3 years of employment, you become fully vested and any time as an internship goes towards that time.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.