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Summer Intern: Engineering (m/o)

Central Plateau Cleanup Company
Richland, WA Intern
POSTED ON 12/9/2025 CLOSED ON 1/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern: Engineering (m/o) position at Central Plateau Cleanup Company?

Job Responsibilities/Duties

WORK SAFE, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BE A PART OF HISTORY WITH THE CPCCo!

At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are dedicated to providing a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area by protecting the Columbia River and remediating the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we seek exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!

CPCCo will provide a real work setting for students who are willing to work hard and eager to learn. The Company will offer opportunities that enable today's students to gain valuable experience in their chosen field and develop technical and professional talent under the direction of a mentor. Interns are to develop hands-on technical skills, learn about current projects and network with the technical community. CPCCo benefits from the student' cutting-edge knowledge and fresh ideas.

Our Engineering and Nuclear Safety organization is looking for interns (multiple openings, m/o) in the following areas:

  • Electrical
  • Chemical
  • Mechanical
  • Civil/Structural
  • Nuclear Safety
  • Fire Protection
  • Design/Construction

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Required Qualifications

  • A U.S. citizen.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Actively enrolled in a full-time degree program that relates to CPCCo, with emphasis in specific disciplines that support the cleanup mission and aligns with the critical skills and job assignment requirements.
  • Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher during their college enrollment.
  • An active full-time student during the two semesters/quarters immediately preceding the assignment.
  • Able to work full-time (40 hours/week) during the 10-12 week internship experience during the summer break.

Desired Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate of $23.70 plus an additional $4.93 health & welfare adder in accordance with the Service Contract Act.

A few perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:

  • A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
  • A standard 4-10's work schedule Mondays to Thursdays from 6:00AM – 4:30PM.

Additional Information

  • Work Locations and Commute: Work locations vary, with commutes ranging from 20 to over 45 minutes from 2620 Fermi, Richland, WA.
  • Hiring Timeline: Interviews will take place after the postings closes. Non-local applicants will be interviewed via TEAMS video, and local applicants have the option of in-person interviews.
  • Substantial Footwear most positions and site tours may require substantial footwear. This includes shoes made of sturdy construction. Such as leather or equally firm material, that fully enclose the foot. They should have a semi-rigid, non-slip sole with a well-defined traction pattern. Athletic shoes are not considered substantial.
  • Housing and Transportation: While housing and transportation are necessary, they are not provided. However, recommendations for lodging and transportation can be offered upon request.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Relocation Funding Provided No

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification SNE

Shift Work Required No

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity , CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans , CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities , and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 .

CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO . Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.

If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.

Applicants And Employees Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws And Are Protected Under Federal Law Against Discrimination. To View Information Regarding These Rights, Please Click On These Links:

  • Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
  • Pay Transparency Policy Statement
  • Family Medical Leave Act
  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act
  • WA State Paid Family Medical Leave

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