Vacation Student

Job Description

About the role

NRS Dounreay are looking for a diverse selection of people to support their aim to successfully decommission the Dounreay site.  Nuclear decommissioning needs forward thinking, intelligent, and innovative solutions from up and coming, motivated students of STEM, built environment, and business subjects.  

This is an exciting opportunity to start your journey and join our team for a 12-week summer placement in a project, operational, or support area.  You will gain valuable insight into how the industry operates while building knowledge and frontline experience to support your future development.  These placements are designed to provide hands-on work in science, engineering, and business functions, and develop the essential skills for careers in your subject.  Your undergraduate studies must fall into one of these categories.  You will complete small packages of work, delivering real outcomes under the guidance of experienced professionals.  Alongside this you will benefit from training and development opportunities designed to accelerate your growth and build your confidence.

What candidates we are looking for:

• Undergraduate as of Summer 2026
• Applicable degree subject  
• Able to commute to the Dounreay site

Within your application please state your degree, expected year of graduation and any preferences of work experience, although this cannot be guaranteed we will try our best to match.

Placement duration: 1 June – 21 August 2026

Engaged through Agency

Due to short term nature of placement, we are unable to support any relocation or living costs

If you require assistance at any point during the recruitment process please contact careers@dounreay.nrservices.uk at the appropriate time so that we can make any necessary reasonable adjustment.