{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"be5f44d2c216af7dcdba80cb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/be5f44d2c216af7dcdba80cb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/be5f44d2c216af7dcdba80cb","title":"HR & Admin","description":"Linea Energy is a leading independent power company dedicated to developing, building, and operating renewable energy projects across the Americas. Our mission is to provide sustainable energy solutions that empower communities and drive the transition to a clean energy future. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Linea Energy is committed to innovation, excellence, and the highest standards of environmental stewardship.\r\nPosition Type: Graduate-Level Internship (Full-Time or Part-Time) Duration: 12–24 Weeks (Summer or starting immediately during Academic Year) Location: San Francisco, CA | Hybrid Considered\r\nAbout the Role\r\nWe are seeking a highly motivated graduate-level intern to support our growing energy infrastructure team in evaluating Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies, building deployment roadmaps, and developing site suitability frameworks. This internship offers a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced nuclear engineering, energy policy, and infrastructure planning—contributing directly to the organization's long-term clean energy strategy.\r\nThis is a technically rigorous, research-intensive role ideal for candidates pursuing advanced degrees in nuclear engineering, energy systems, civil/environmental engineering, or a closely related technical field.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nConduct a structured comparative analysis of leading SMR designs (e.g., NuScale VOYGR, TerraPower Natrium, X-energy Xe-100, Kairos Power KP-FHR, Last Energy PWR-20) across key dimensions including:\r\nReactor type, fuel cycle, and thermal output\r\nSafety systems and passive cooling characteristics\r\nCommercial readiness and vendor maturity\r\nCost per MWe and levelized cost of energy (LCOE) estimates\r\nSynthesize findings into a structured technology scoring matrix with weighted criteria\r\nMonitor evolving NRC licensing landscape and DOE funding programs (e.g., Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program)\r\n\r\nDeployment Roadmap Development\r\n\r\nDevelop a phased SMR deployment roadmap including\r\nMid-term (2030–2035): Site selection finalization, construction initiation, grid integration planning\r\nLong-term (2035–2045): Full fleet deployment, fuel supply chain, decommissioning planning\r\nBuild project cost models incorporating\r\nFinancing costs and discount rate sensitivity\r\nCost reduction potential via nth-of-a-kind (NOAK) learning curves\r\nIdentify regulatory, supply chain, and workforce development milestones on the critical path\r\nBenchmark against comparable international SMR deployments (e.g., USNC, Rolls-Royce SMR in UK, CANDU SMR in Canada)\r\n\r\nSite Suitability Analysis\r\n\r\nDevelop a multi-criteria site suitability framework incorporating:\r\nGeotechnical: Seismic hazard zones, soil bearing capacity, groundwater depth\r\nHydrological: Proximity to cooling water source (river, reservoir, ocean), flood risk (FEMA zones), drought vulnerability\r\nEnvironmental & Regulatory: Proximity to sensitive ecosystems, endangered species habitat, EPA and state environmental compliance\r\nSocioeconomic: Population density exclusion zones (NRC 10 CFR Part 100), community acceptance, environmental justice considerations\r\nInfrastructure: Grid interconnection capacity, transmission access, road/rail logistics for modular component delivery\r\nOperational: Land area requirements (SMRs typically require 30–100 acres vs. 1,000+ for large plants)\r\nApply GIS-based screening tools (ArcGIS or QGIS) to candidate site analysis if applicable\r\nProduce a scored site suitability matrix and narrative summary for top candidate locations\r\n\r\nStakeholder & Policy Support\r\n\r\nSummarize relevant federal and state policy landscape (IRA nuclear production tax credits, state clean energy standards)\r\nPrepare briefing materials, slide decks, and memos for senior leadership and external stakeholders\r\nAssist in drafting white papers or reports suitable for publication or regulatory submission\r\nQualifications\r\nRequired\r\nCurrently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program in one of the following:\r\nMechanical or Electrical Engineering (with energy systems focus)\r\nCivil or Environmental Engineering\r\nEnergy Resources / Energy Systems Engineering\r\nEngineering and Public Policy\r\nStrong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to build and interrogate cost and schedule models\r\nFamiliarity with nuclear reactor physics, thermodynamics, or power systems fundamentals\r\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint; comfort with technical research and synthesis\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\r\nPreferred\r\nCoursework or research experience in nuclear reactor design, fuel cycles, or radiation safety\r\nFamiliarity with NRC licensing processes (10 CFR Parts 50, 52, 100)\r\nExperience with GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial analysis\r\nExposure to energy project finance, techno-economic analysis, or LCA (lifecycle assessment)\r\nPrior internship or co-op experience in the energy, utility, or national laboratory sector\r\nStipend: $30–$45/hour (commensurate with degree level and experience)\r\nHousing assistance or relocation stipend available for candidates relocating\r\nMentorship from senior engineers and energy policy professionals\r\nExposure to executive leadership and external industry partners\r\nPotential for full-time offer upon graduation\r\nApplications should include a resume, unofficial transcript, and a 1-page personal statement describing the candidate's interest in advanced nuclear energy and relevant technical background.\r\nLinea Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC) and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 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Our mission is to provide sustainable energy solutions that empower communities and drive the transition to a clean energy future. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Linea Energy is committed to innovation, excellence, and the highest standards of environmental stewardship.\r\nPosition Type: Graduate-Level Internship (Full-Time or Part-Time) Duration: 12–24 Weeks (Summer or starting immediately during Academic Year) Location: San Francisco, CA | Hybrid Considered\r\nAbout the Role\r\nWe are seeking a highly motivated graduate-level intern to support our growing energy infrastructure team in evaluating Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies, building deployment roadmaps, and developing site suitability frameworks. This internship offers a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced nuclear engineering, energy policy, and infrastructure planning—contributing directly to the organization's long-term clean energy strategy.\r\nThis is a technically rigorous, research-intensive role ideal for candidates pursuing advanced degrees in nuclear engineering, energy systems, civil/environmental engineering, or a closely related technical field.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nConduct a structured comparative analysis of leading SMR designs (e.g., NuScale VOYGR, TerraPower Natrium, X-energy Xe-100, Kairos Power KP-FHR, Last Energy PWR-20) across key dimensions including:\r\nReactor type, fuel cycle, and thermal output\r\nSafety systems and passive cooling characteristics\r\nCommercial readiness and vendor maturity\r\nCost per MWe and levelized cost of energy (LCOE) estimates\r\nSynthesize findings into a structured technology scoring matrix with weighted criteria\r\nMonitor evolving NRC licensing landscape and DOE funding programs (e.g., Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program)\r\n\r\nDeployment Roadmap Development\r\n\r\nDevelop a phased SMR deployment roadmap including\r\nMid-term (2030–2035): Site selection finalization, construction initiation, grid integration planning\r\nLong-term (2035–2045): Full fleet deployment, fuel supply chain, decommissioning planning\r\nBuild project cost models incorporating\r\nFinancing costs and discount rate sensitivity\r\nCost reduction potential via nth-of-a-kind (NOAK) learning curves\r\nIdentify regulatory, supply chain, and workforce development milestones on the critical path\r\nBenchmark against comparable international SMR deployments (e.g., USNC, Rolls-Royce SMR in UK, CANDU SMR in Canada)\r\n\r\nSite Suitability Analysis\r\n\r\nDevelop a multi-criteria site suitability framework incorporating:\r\nGeotechnical: Seismic hazard zones, soil bearing capacity, groundwater depth\r\nHydrological: Proximity to cooling water source (river, reservoir, ocean), flood risk (FEMA zones), drought vulnerability\r\nEnvironmental & Regulatory: Proximity to sensitive ecosystems, endangered species habitat, EPA and state environmental compliance\r\nSocioeconomic: Population density exclusion zones (NRC 10 CFR Part 100), community acceptance, environmental justice considerations\r\nInfrastructure: Grid interconnection capacity, transmission access, road/rail logistics for modular component delivery\r\nOperational: Land area requirements (SMRs typically require 30–100 acres vs. 1,000+ for large plants)\r\nApply GIS-based screening tools (ArcGIS or QGIS) to candidate site analysis if applicable\r\nProduce a scored site suitability matrix and narrative summary for top candidate locations\r\n\r\nStakeholder & Policy Support\r\n\r\nSummarize relevant federal and state policy landscape (IRA nuclear production tax credits, state clean energy standards)\r\nPrepare briefing materials, slide decks, and memos for senior leadership and external stakeholders\r\nAssist in drafting white papers or reports suitable for publication or regulatory submission\r\nQualifications\r\nRequired\r\nCurrently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program in one of the following:\r\nMechanical or Electrical Engineering (with energy systems focus)\r\nCivil or Environmental Engineering\r\nEnergy Resources / Energy Systems Engineering\r\nEngineering and Public Policy\r\nStrong quantitative and analytical skills; 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