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HS Student Intern

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure, LLC • Richland, WA • 1d ago

Title HS Student Intern

Position Number 41139

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location Richland/200E

Posted 04/27/2026

Closes 05/17/2026

Regular/Temporary Temporary

Full/Part-Time Part-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

The Delta High School Internship Program at H2C provides professional development opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience on the Hanford Site. Selected students will get the opportunity for hands-on work experience in their area of study or interest. H2C and the Delta High School will collaborate to provide academic and professional opportunities for growth and development while helping students build the skills necessary for future professional employment. Opportunities may be available in support of project operations and project support services, engineering, or environmental fields to include the following STEM areas of interest:

Chemistry

Computer Science

Engineering

Environmental Science

Information Technology

Mathematics

Physics

Science

Technology

Selected Interns will partner with Subject Matter Experts (SME), mentors and other staff in various organizations.

Specific project scope will be identified in interviews.

Applicant must be a student at the Delta High School in Pasco, Washington and participating in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math course of studies. Internships are paid and will begin starting in the first trimester of the 2026-2027 school year in September 2026.

Required Qualifications

Student must complete/meet all employment and security requirements at time of hire, specifically:

Must be 18 years of age

I-9 eligibility for E-Verify

Background Check

Drug Test

Attend H2C New Employee Orientation

Complete Hanford General Employee Training (HGET)

Applicant must be a student at the Delta High School in Pasco, Washington and participating in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math course of studies.

Student must have Program approval from the WBL Coordinator, Juli Troxel.

Desired Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $18.26

In accordance with the Service Contract Act, this position is also eligible for the health & welfare wage adder of up to $4.93 per hour.

Relocation Funding Provided No

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification SNE

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights.pdf)

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)

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