Summer 2027 Internship - Computational and Software Engineering

Location: Denver, Colorado; full-time on-site for the 12-week internship

Salary: $25–$35 per hour, depending on degree level

Company

hirify.global develops laser-driven inertial fusion energy hardware and software for commercial fusion power plants.

What you will do

• Develop computational and software systems supporting laser-driven inertial fusion hardware.
• Build and analyze simulations for complex engineering and fusion-energy challenges.
• Collaborate with an industry-expert mentor across computational engineering, plasma physics, optics, pulsed power, structures, mechanisms, and manufacturing.
• Apply technical problem-solving skills to systems required for a commercial fusion energy power plant.
• Contribute to engineering work based on individual expertise and interests.

Requirements

• Must be able to work full-time on-site in Denver, Colorado for the entire 12-week internship.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or through granted asylum.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program at an accredited college or university in engineering, physics, nuclear engineering, or a related discipline.
• Technical experience outside the classroom through projects, research, volunteering, laboratory work, or prior internships.
• Proficiency with CAD software for 3D modeling and simulation.
• Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to quality and an interest in fusion energy.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on work with leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing.
• Mentorship from an industry expert during the internship.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for eligible employees.
• Paid parental leave, paid time off, sick leave, and company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 6% and equity for eligible employees.