R&D Project Coordination Intern

This is a Full-time 16-month role commencing May 2026

For this role in Oakville, Ontario, The hourly wage range for this position is CAD $25 to $35 per hour. The actual wage offered will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, applicable market data for the work location, and internal equity considerations.

Come join us at Terrestrial Energy, a US developer of advanced, Generation IV nuclear reactors.  We are growing our workforce to develop and deploy our Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) small modular nuclear plant to provide cost-competitive, clean firm heat and power to industry.

The Company has recently completed a merger creating a publicly listed operating company  (NASDAQ “IMSR”), to secure the capital resources for our next growth phase.  With the current alignment of US Federal and State government, as well as industry interest in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and advanced reactor technologies such as Terrestrial Energy’s IMSR, there is today a unique and compelling opportunity to participate in the execution of the company’s growth business plan.

The Company is building a team of high-performing business professionals and leaders in engineering, R&D, product management and business development areas at our Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters and future project sites.  We are looking for talented individuals who can help build the organization, processes, and goal-orientated corporate culture to lead the company in our expansion.  We are seeking people who:

• Have US market experience and perspectives bringing good judgement and innovative approaches to problem solving and business plan execution.
• Have demonstrated exceptional performance in past engineering projects.
• Offer exceptional leadership and team building capabilities.
• Have a deep understanding of the requirements for advanced reactor development.
• Can assist in the creation of the discipline and organized company structure, and contributed to a culture of excellence, necessary for the development and deployment of the Company’s IMSR plant.
• Can thrive in a fast growing and opportunity business environment, and are capable of flexibility and adaptability at a time of organizational change.
• Have the specific skillset and experience for the following role:

The R&D Project Coordination Intern, reporting to the R&D Director, is primarily responsible for overseeing the coordination of individual projects within the R&D program, ensuring timely progress tracking and effective project management.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting the R&D Director in executing the R&D program and providing regular updates on project status and scheduled activities.
• Collaborating with R&D Scientists on project updates and documentation.
• Coordinating with other departments to track process status.
• Assisting with the coordination of internal and external document control, including supplier interfaces.
• Communicating with suppliers and monitoring the progress of R&D projects and deliverables, while managing risks and issues.

Core Competencies:

• Project Management
• Time Management & Reliability
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Documentation
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Planning and Organization
• Results Driven
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Awareness
• Professional Judgement
• Adaptability & Flexibility

Requirements:

Education

• Actively working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Senior students preferred.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience coordinating deadlines, documenting work, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders through academic, volunteer, or work experience.

Technical Skills

• Project Tool literacy (eg. Microsoft Project)

Professional Skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to collaborate with scientists and internal teams to track progress and manage timelines.
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively with guidance from senior team members.
• Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and deadlines

Assets:

• Work exposure to project coordination activities
• Experience collaborating with scientists and/or engineers in academic, research, or work settings.
• Interest in or exposure to the nuclear or energy industry through studies, internships, or projects.

 Benefits:

• Mentoring/Coaching with Senior Employees/Leaders
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities to network across departments
• Hands-on experience with real projects
  

Please submit a Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable at this stage.)

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in CANADA without the need for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Terrestrial Energy requires that the successful candidate be able to access and use information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A and can be found here:
eCFR :: Appendix A to Part 810, Title 10 -- Generally Authorized Destinations

unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional information can be found here: 

https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

Terrestrial Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or group.  We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. 

If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require technical support in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Accessibility@terrestrialenergy.com