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Spring 2027 Licensing Engineering Intern - Austin, TX

Aalo Atomics · Austin, TX · On-site

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About Aalo Atomics

About Aalo Atomics Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Backed by Kindred Venture Capitals.

About the role

The Licensing Engineering Intern supports licensing, regulatory strategy, and safety-basis development for advanced nuclear reactor projects, with emphasis on Non-Light Water Reactors (non-LWRs) and DOE/NRC-regulated facilities. Working under the guidance of experienced licensing engineers, you will assist with regulatory analysis, safety analysis documentation, and preparation of technical materials that support interactions with the DOE/NRC. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Education: Completed bachelor’s degree or will complete by December 2026 in Nuclear Engineering (preferred), Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, or closely related engineering/science field
  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of nuclear reactor fundamentals (reactor theory, heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics) and reactor systems
  • Based in the United States
  • Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
More about this role
  • Anticipated Time Frame: January - May
  • Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX

The Licensing Engineering Intern supports licensing, regulatory strategy, and safety-basis development for advanced nuclear reactor projects, with emphasis on Non-Light Water Reactors (non-LWRs) and DOE/NRC-regulated facilities. Working under the guidance of experienced licensing engineers, you will assist with regulatory analysis, safety analysis documentation, and preparation of technical materials that support interactions with the DOE/NRC.

This role provides hands-on experience with nuclear licensing processes, risk-informed safety analysis, and regulatory compliance for advanced reactor technologies.

  • Licensing Basis & Methodology
  • Assist engineers in developing and maintaining the project licensing basis for advanced reactor systems.
  • Support preparation and review of regulatory documentation such as technical reports, licensing submittals, and supporting analysis.
  • Perform regulatory research on NRC and DOE requirements.
  • SSC Safety Classification & Design Interface
  • Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to gather design information needed for licensing and safety documentation.

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