Summer 2026 Internship – Nuclear Power Generation (Vistra Corporation)

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

About Vistra

Vistra is a Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company. Our Power Optimization Center (POC) leverages advanced monitoring, diagnostics, and optimization technologies to ensure reliability, efficiency, and innovation across our diverse fleet of generation assets — including nuclear power.

Internship Overview

We are seeking a Summer 2026 Intern to join our POC team with a focus on Nuclear Power Generation systems and operations. This role is ideal for students pursuing nuclear engineering or related disciplines who want to apply their academic knowledge to real-world challenges in the energy sector. Interns will gain exposure to nuclear plant performance monitoring, diagnostics, and optimization strategies that support safe and efficient operations.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in analyzing nuclear plant operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and optimization opportunities.

- Support the development of diagnostic tools and models for nuclear system monitoring.

- Collaborate with engineers to evaluate performance metrics, safety margins, and reliability indicators.

- Contribute to projects that enhance workflow automation and visualization systems for nuclear operations.

- Document findings and present project outcomes to the POC team and leadership.

- Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

- Possess the ability to work independently and in a fast paced environment

- All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

- Familiarity with nuclear power systems, reactor operations, or energy generation fundamentals.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with interest in data-driven decision-making.

- Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar) preferred.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

- Excellent communication skills for presenting technical concepts clearly.

- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Students sponsored through Optical Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT) are NOT eligible for this internship.

- Official transcripts must be received from your school prior to start date

- Must be in good academic standing with your school

What You’ll Gain

- Hands-on experience with nuclear power generation monitoring and optimization in a real-world setting.

- Exposure to enterprise-scale diagnostic systems within Vistra’s POC.

- Mentorship from experienced nuclear engineers and analysts.

- Opportunity to present your work to senior leadership and contribute to operational innovation in nuclear energy.

Job Family

General Services

Company

Luminant Generation Company LLC

Locations

Irving, TexasTexas

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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