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West Valley Cleanup Alliance, LLC STEM Internship - Emergency Management in West Valley, New York
**This position is open through 5/31/2026 Job Title: STEM Intern Emergency Management (Summer 2026) Compensation: ($21.00 $25.00 Hourly) Must Be at least a Junior in college West Valley Cleanup Alliance is the prime contractor selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Phase 1B Deactivation & Demolition Contract at the West Valley Demonstration Project site. The site is a scenic 30-minute drive south of Buffalo, New York. In cooperation with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, West Valley Demonstration Project continues to decontaminate and decommission facilities at this site. We are a premier employer in the Western New York and southern-tier areas. Lifelong careers are common at WVCA. The Internship Program is an 810-week program with a 4-day workweek (10 hours per day). JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE OF POSITION The internship program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience, develop practical skills, enhance knowledge, and make meaningful contributions to projects. Intern assignments will be determined based on business need and role availability with consideration to skills and development goals. The Emergency Management Intern will be to provide technical and administrative assistance on emergency management projects. These projects may involve exercise design, development and evaluation, edit emergency management procedures and help conduct outreach with off-site response agencies. Duties may also include assisting staff with day-to-day operations within Emergency Management, researching assignments and special projects, and working in the Emergency Operations Center. SPECIFIC PROJECTS/RESPONSIBILITES Develop, revise, and review procedures to maintain compliance with DOE O 151.1E (not yet in current contract) Assist EM with the development, performance, and evaluation of drills and exercises. Assist EM with Self Assessments based on DOE O 151. Develop new matrix for tracking exercises/drills to maintain a five-year rolling plan. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Pursuing a BA/BS in Emergency Management/Preparedness, Homeland Security, Public Safety, Public Administration, Fire Safety, Nuclear Engineering or related fields. Must be at least a rising Junior Other Requirements: Ability to intern for 10 weeks Enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new challenges VETERANS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY