Chemical Engineering Intern at Centrus Energy Corp. in Oak Ridge, TN

Summary: Centrus Energy Corp. is seeking a Chemical Engineering Intern to apply chemical engineering principles to real industrial processes. The intern will support optimization and analysis of enrichment and plant processes, collaborating with engineers to enhance efficiency and compliance. Responsibilities: - You’ll work with process engineers to analyze system performance, support process modeling activities, and assist with evaluating plant operating parameters - Projects may include performing mass and energy balance calculations, reviewing process flow diagrams and P&IDs, assisting with data trending and analysis, supporting process improvement initiatives, and contributing to safety and compliance documentation - You’ll collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reliability, and regulatory alignment Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate program in chemical engineering - Coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, or process design - Basic understanding of process flow diagrams and P&IDs - Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel or process modeling software - U.S. citizenship - Experience performing mass and energy balances in academic projects - Exposure to process simulation tools such as Aspen, MATLAB, or similar platforms - Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail - Completion of at least two years of college-level chemical engineering study Required Skills: Chemical engineering principles, Thermodynamics, Process modeling Important Skills: Data analysis tools, Process simulation tools Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical thinking, Mass, energy balances, Attention to detail