Fire Protection Engineering Summer Internship 2026

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has internship opportunities for college students to spend the summer of 2026 getting great work experience, in great locations, supporting the world's greatest Navy.

We are looking for Fire Protection Engineering students who want to gain hands-on experience in their field of study through our Summer Technical Internships program. You will have the opportunity to work directly with world-class IT professionals who will provide you with real-world experience and mentorship.

We use state-of-the-art techniques to research and develop new technologies and concepts, design and test IT systems, support enterprise and naval training IT operations, and support Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and other IT equipment in an Operational Technology (OT) environment.

As an intern at NNL, you will be part of a team working on deliverables that have a direct impact on the Navy's mission.

Program Highlights

Our program includes:

• Final presentation to management, peers, and other NNL employees
• Meetings with NNL General Manager and Executive Leadership
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Tours of local NNL site facilities
• Guided tour of a Naval Shipyard
• Extensive networking opportunities

The NNL Internship is a 10-12 week program starting in May/June 2026.

An internship position may result in a return internship or full-time employment offer upon successful completion of the program.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Candidates for Fire Protection Engineering internship positions must meet the following requirements:

• Pursuing Fire Protection Engineering or related BS, MS or PhD degrees from an accredited college or university
• Must have completed at least first full year of college by May 2026
• Enrolled/continuing in a degree program throughout this internship

Students must attach most recent unofficial college transcripts and resume to the employment application.

Preferred Skills

Cumulative minimum GPA 3.0/4.0

Prior related internship, co-op or work experience (paid or volunteer)

Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD) or Naval Nuclear Program experience

Compensation and Benefits

NNL offers an outstanding Compensation and Benefits package for interns which includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plans: 401(k) Plan with company match
• Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) with company contribution

We also offer flexible work schedules and 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off). Hybrid work schedule may be available.

Stipend for qualified applicants (school and home address must be >50 miles from assigned work location)

Pay Range

$23.50/hour-$41.00/hour

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hourly rate is based upon candidate education and job discipline, as well as market and business considerations.

About Us

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation.

Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston.

FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations.

For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.

We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

Eligibility Requirements

All candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.

FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug-free workplace and workforce.

All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707.

Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law.

Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.