Intern - Electrical/Electromechanical Engineer - Spring 2027 at Commonwealth Fusion Systems

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as an Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering Intern

We are looking for talented Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering Interns to join our team! CFS interns are highly valued within the organization and placed into meaningful and challenging roles.

Program Details:

17-26 week internship
40-50 hours per week with set hourly salary based on year in school
Opportunities on site in Devens, MA. If an intern is going to be on site, you will be responsible for your own transportation and housing
Specific project assignments and required technical skillset will vary based on the team’s existing need.
Opportunities available for currently enrolled college students in all levels of schooling from bachelor’s degree to PhD
Interns must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

What you'll do:

We currently have multiple openings for the Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering Internship on the Electrical Engineering Team. Please note that the following list encompasses all available roles, so individual responsibilities will vary depending on the specific position:

Test and debug electronics and RF hardware on the bench
Analyze test data in Python
Install and commission plant hardware
Create test plans for the validation and commissioning of electrical equipment
Test result collection & analysis
Electrical drawing review and redline
Technical analysis of electrical design projects and specification creation
Mechanical electrical cabinets build, installation, and electrical technician support vendor and field work
Electromechanical System Documentation, generate assembly instructions, test procedures
Aid the setup and running of bench top tests
CAD 3D modeling

What we’re looking for:

Please note that the list below encompasses the requirements for all available roles, so individual requirements will vary depending on the specific position:

Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or Power Electronics
Hands-on experience with hand tools, power tools, or test equipment
Basic electrical knowledge and experience with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., NX, SolidWorks)
Participation in hands-on student design teams
Experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, signal generators, and bench power supplies
RF, microwave, or antenna coursework, or amateur radio experience
Proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis
Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, or SPICE simulation
Skills in soldering, cable assembly, or panel wiring (e.g., from Formula SAE, rocketry, solar car, or similar design teams)
Prior co-op or internship experience in power electronics, test engineering, or hardware development

Must-have Requirements:

Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics

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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.