Systems Engineering Intern

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. This goes beyond our technical applications and products. We must incorporate innovation into all aspects of our business to drive greater efficiency, create greater growth and strengthen our culture.

Westinghouse is committed to delivering innovative nuclear energy solutions by leveraging our global insights, CANDU expertise, collaborative mindset, and best-in-class technology. We are proud to play a key role in accelerating Canada’s energy sustainability and achieving its net-zero goals and we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset when it comes to achieving that goal.

As a Systems Engineering Intern, at our Peterborough, Ontario facility, you will providr engineering design and/or analysis for nuclear products/projects including electrical system design, instrumentation and controls designs, and system wiring. Starting May 2026 for a duration of 12 to 16 months.

About the role:

- Ability to work independently using basic knowledge obtained from core college courses

- Skills utilizing Software Packages such as Mathcad, Matlab, PSPice or equivalent and ability to learn other new packages quickly.

- Knowledge using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Access

- Providing engineering design and/or analysis for nuclear products/projects including electrical system design, instrumentation and controls designs, and system wiring;

- Interfacing with other internal functional groups on similar engineering level to obtain information necessary to perform work assignments;

- Planning and scheduling work to meet assignment requirements.

- Ability to quickly learn to evaluate, select and utilize standards, techniques, procedures and criteria for development of engineering design documents including calculations and specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

- Enrolled in 2nd year or recent graduate of a Nuclear engineering program at a university with a minimum GPA of 75%

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Excellent problem solving and time management skills

- Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and knowledge

- Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware and software

- Self-motivated and highly organized

- Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical or similar software

- A background with practical skills developed through jobs, school teams or personal interest are highly valued.

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Why Westinghouse?

You will have the opportunity to experience Westinghouse Culture and as an intern take part in specific events such as:

- Virtual Kick Off Event: An opportunity for you to meet your peers and hear from a member of the Westinghouse Leadership team.

- Networking Events: Numerous virtual networking and team building opportunities to assist you in developing superior interpersonal skills, and long-lasting relationship.

- Virtual Coffee Breaks: Numerous weekly virtual coffee breaks with Westinghouse Leadership. These weekly sessions will be centered around an assortment of topics where you are encouraged to ask questions and gain insight.

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.