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Opportunity at DOE Office of Nuclear Energy

Opportunity at DOE Office of Nuclear Energy

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-STP-NE-2021-6000  

*Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is currently accepting applications for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Science, Technology and Policy (STP) Program, Opportunity at DOE Office of Nuclear Energy (NE).

What will I be doing? As an ORISE participant, you will serve as a technical resource to the Assistant Secretary and NE Senior Advisors with opportunities to learn how to develop briefing materials, formulate Congressional inquiries, draft testimony, and support policy development on nuclear energy-related issues. You will have opportunities to enhance quantitative and qualitative reasoning, critical thinking and problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills. You will also be learning and engaging in the following activities:

  • Supporting specific initiatives related NE policy and research activities as directed.
  • Research and document state, local government, utility, and public utility commission policies and best practices to enhance NE’s goals.
  • Interface with NE program offices to learn how they execute NE mission through the research, development and demonstration (RD&D) projects.
  • Present at technical conferences and events to solicit stakeholder feedback on program activities

Why should I apply? You will become part of a group of highly-trained scientists and engineers with the education, background, and experience to be part of the workforce that supports the DOE's mission in the future. You will enhance your education and training in nuclear energies policy and research activities, increase your marketability in these disciplines, collaborate with top scientists and engineers, and gain insight into career opportunities through your experiences and under the leadership of your mentor.

Where will I be located? Washington, DC

Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-STP-NE-2021-6000

The details:

You will receive a competitive stipend for living and other expenses during this appointment, based on your academic and professional background. Additional benefits include Health Insurance and an education allowance to cover travel-related expenses and professional development activities as approved by NE.

This opportunity is available to U.S. Citizens and completed or be in the process of completing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree.

For more information about the Office of Nuclear Energy, please visit: https://www.energy.gov/ne/office-nuclear-energy. 

Questions? Email DOE-RPP@orise.orar.gov.  Please list the reference code [DOE-STP-NE-2021-6000] for this opportunity in the subject line of your email.