Intern - IT .NET Developer (Summer 2027)

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

The .NET Developer Intern will assist with designing, developing, testing, and supporting business applications across the user interface, application, and database layers. Using Microsoft .NET and related web technologies, the intern will gain hands-on experience throughout the software development lifecycle while contributing to active projects under the guidance of experienced developers.

Location:

On-site in Lynchburg, VA or remote

Your Day to Day as an IT .NET Developer Intern:

• Participate in software design and requirements sessions with the Applications team and business stakeholders to understand requirements and contribute to solution design.
• Design, develop, and enhance .NET-based web applications according to defined requirements, development standards, security practices, and established architecture.
• Participate in peer code reviews to improve code quality, maintainability, and adherence to development standards.
• Develop and execute application test plans, working with the Applications team and business users to validate functionality and resolve identified issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and project artifacts to support application deployment, support, knowledge transfer, and successful handoff of completed solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of object-oriented programming and software development concepts.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with C#, .NET, or a comparable programming language.
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with relational databases and SQL.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with technical and business team members.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and ask questions when clarification is needed.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, development practices, and business processes.
• Ability to follow organizational requirements for cybersecurity, confidentiality, data protection, and acceptable technology use.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ASP.NET Core, Web APIs, or Entity Framework.
• Familiarity with a front-end framework such as Angular, React, or Blazor.
• Experience using Git or another source-control platform.
• Familiarity with Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, or similar development tools.
• Experience developing applications through coursework, personal projects, internships, or employment.
• Understanding of software testing, debugging, and application security principles.

Pay: $26.52

The starting hourly rate for this position in Virginia (US-VA) is expected to be $26.52 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at View email address on us.fitly.work.