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Career Opportunities

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Working for the NRC: Protecting People and the Environment

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission protects public health and safety and advances the nation’s common defense and security by enabling the safe and secure use and deployment of civilian nuclear energy technologies and radioactive materials through efficient and reliable licensing, oversight, and regulation for the benefit of society and the environment. From commercial reactors that produce 20 percent of the nation's electricity to hospitals where radiopharmaceuticals are used to diagnose and treat cancers to oil and gas wells, construction sites, and commercial production lines, radioactive materials regulated by the NRC make significant contributions to our quality of life.

Working at NRC offers a unique opportunity to experience a career where your impact reaches across the country and around the world. Whether you’re a student, recent college graduate, veteran, someone with nuclear industry experience, or a current government employee looking for a new opportunity, the NRC can offer you a competitive salary and a fulfilling career.

Click the links below to learn more about working for the NRC.
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