Intern - R&D Test Engineer - Spring or Summer 2027

Location: On-site in Devens, MA and Somerville, MA; interns are responsible for their own transportation and housing.

Salary: $25–$38 per hour, based on year in school; BS interns earn $25–$32 per hour and MS/PhD interns earn $35–$38 per hour.

Company

hirify.global is developing commercially viable fusion power plants and the future fusion energy industry.

What you will do

• Design and build R&D samples and associated manufacturing processes for risk-mitigation campaigns involving novel HTS magnet technology.
• Execute test operations and design, build, and commission test equipment.
• Collaborate with instrumentation and controls engineers on sensors and data acquisition.
• Perform structural, electrical, and/or thermal analyses to support sample design and predict test results.
• Manage design, process, and test documentation, schedules, budgets, BOMs, and instrumentation indexes, and present technical updates to managers and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Pursuing an engineering degree with a focus in Mechanical Engineering; currently enrolled students from bachelor’s degree through PhD level may apply.
• Prior hands-on hardware internship, Formula SAE, Rocket Club, machine shop, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits.
• High self-motivation, drive to execute quickly, and strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication skills, willingness to ask for help, ability to work with technical engineers and scientists, and ability to communicate with technicians and supply-chain personnel.
• Willingness to travel or work occasional required nights, weekends, or on-call shifts.
• Ability to perform typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
• Dedication to safety when working around potential industrial hazards, including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Culture & Benefits

• 13–26 week internship with a 40–50 hour workweek and a set hourly salary based on year in school.
• Meaningful and challenging project assignments; specific responsibilities and technical requirements vary by team need.
• Full-time interns receive 40 hours of sick time, health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching is available to interns aged 21 or older.
• Professional growth opportunities and team-building activities.

Hiring process

• Apply for one of multiple R&D Test Engineering Internship openings; individual responsibilities depend on the specific position.