Graphite Materials Intern

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.

Job Description

This role is responsible for supporting professional employees working in an organizational function related to the Intern's area of study. Depending on the internship assignment, the intern may work alongside engineers, scientists, or industry professionals to contribute to various projects related to their area of study. Under guided supervision, interns will assist with various projects and tasks, contributing to the organization's goals while learning from experienced professionals in the field.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Assist with tasks or projects related to the area of study.
• Provide support for day-to-day departmental or team operations.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, meetings, and project discussions offering input and feedback when appropriate.
• Attend team meetings and contribute ideas and suggestions to enhance operational efficiency or project outcomes.

• Perform and assist structural analysis for systems, structures, and components of X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite.

• Use engineering tools, including finite element analysis (FEA) simulation software, hand calculations, and engineering judgment, to assess stress, deformation, degradation behavior, and lifetime mechanical performance of these nuclear reactor components.

• Help organize and maintain project files, documents, and records.
• Conduct research and gather information for ongoing initiatives and projects.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, or other materials as needed.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear aerospace, chemical, etc.) from an accredited institution required.

• Proficiency with engineering hand calculations is required.

• Analytical experience with structural analysis hand calculations and structural FEA software programs (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, FEMAP, CAESAR, ROHR, LS-DYNA, PIPESTRESS).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

In addition to a resume, candidates must submit at least one letter of recommendation as part of the application process. Letters should be from a professor, academic advisor, employer, or professional mentor who can speak to the candidate’s qualifications.

Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD

Work Site Expectations: 5 days in office

Program Dates: Ten (10) week program (June 1st to August 7th, 2026).
Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am ET to 5:00pm ET, Monday -Friday

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:

$25.00/hr for Undergraduate Students/ $40.00/hr for Graduate Students

Position Job Classification

Part time - Non-Exempt