Thursday, November 3, 2011

Y‑12 National Security Complex - Interns 2012

Company Description

B&W Technical Services Y-12, L.L.C., a partnership between Babcock & Wilcox Technical Services Group, Inc. and Bechtel National, Inc., operates the Y-12 National Security Complex under a prime contract with the Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Information about the Y-12 Complex can be found online at www.y12.doe.gov. The Oak Ridge and greater Knoxville, Tennessee area offers an exceptional quality of life with outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities, cultural opportunities at the University of Tennessee, a very reasonable cost of living, and some of the top secondary schools in the nation. We are an equal opportunity employer valuing cultural diversity in the workplace.

Take on the challenges of improving our national security and creating a revolution in manufacturing. Join the team at B&W Y-12 in the transformation of a premier National Security Complex into the workplace of the future. Y-12 offers a unique work environment, highly-specialized workforce and one-of-a-kind technologies. With initiatives emerging constantly, you will never have a shortage of roles and challenges to take on.

We are currently recruiting for summer 2012 internship and co-op opportunities in the following areas:

*Media and Public Relations

*Medical & Health

*Quality Performance Assurance

*Business

*Accounting

*Logistics

*Applied Technologies

*Information Technology

*Computer Programming

*Computer Science

*Engineering - Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Fire Protection, Chemical

As a student intern, you will have opportunities to participate in project research in a broad range of science and engineering activities related to basic sciences, energy, and the environment. Business and Information Technology intern positions also offer challenging project based work. Interns share the same job responsibilities as full-time employees. You will be offered challenging assignments with a competitive salary based on your current academic class status and major. A typical intern session will last 11-12 weeks. If a Co-op is selected they typically work while attending school, on a sporadic schedule depending on the school's requirements. Our internship opportunity includes:

* Weekly Pay

* Paid Vacation time (accrues weekly)

* 4 day work schedules, Monday through Thursday

* On the job training

* Employee development

* Experience with a Government facility managed by the Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security

Administration

* Some positions offer the opportunity to gain a DOE Q Clearance, if required

* Being part of a company that offers the opportunity to work focusing on making a national difference in our nation

You will be given the opportunity to apply your knowledge, contribute in a meaningful manner, and gain experience and exposure to different groups and managers. A mentor will be assigned to you during your intern experience. The mentoring program is designed to match an experienced employee with a new employee to ensure culture and business knowledge is transferred. The program also involves extra-curricular activities, such as self improvement classes, site and museum tours, as well as other social gatherings outside of work.

Students who are majoring in any branch of science, math, engineering, and business are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

To be considered for this position you must have completed your Freshman year and be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with an overall grade point average of 2.8 or above. Seniors who have graduated are also eligible from up to one year post graduation. US Citizenship is required. A complete on-line application is also required, to include a resume and current transcripts (add under the attachments section of the application). Please ensure your GPA and estimated graduation date is included in your resume.

Other opportunities for students may exist at our sister facility, B&W Pantex, in Amarillo, Texas. To apply for those positions, please visit their website at www.pantex.com.

HOW TO APPLY:
Please visit our website at
www.y12.doe.gov/jobs, and complete a profile. Once you have completed your profile, please apply to position number 240180 CRH Internship and Co-op Opportunities for College Students. Please ensure a current transcript is attached to your profile, as well as an updated resume. This will be your actual application for employment.