Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Internship/Co-op (Nuclear Energy)

Location: On-site in Austin, Texas; applicants must be based in the United States. The internship/co-op runs for 12–16 weeks, from approximately January through May, with at least 12 consecutive weeks of full-time onsite work. Applicants must provide their own housing and daily transportation.

Company

hirify.global develops factory-fabricated microreactors to provide scalable, reliable, and affordable nuclear power.

What you will do

• Design, build, and update 3-D CAD models, detailed drawings, and GD&T documentation.
• Draft work instructions, router steps, and inspection plans meeting ASME and internal quality standards.
• Collect production data and perform root-cause analysis of manufacturing non-conformances.
• Recommend corrective actions and present quantified findings to engineering leadership.
• Gain hands-on experience with mechanical engineering and shop-floor manufacturing processes under daily mentorship.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 months of hands-on engineering experience through coursework, research, internships, student shop work, or personal builds.
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM and basic structural or thermal analysis.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Austin, Texas for at least 12 consecutive weeks.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.
• Ability to stand, climb ladders, and lift up to 25 lbs while wearing PPE.

Nice to have

• GPA of 3.4 or higher and completion of a manufacturing laboratory or capstone design course.
• At least 6 months of experience applying GD&T or programming CNC equipment.
• Familiarity with ISO, AS standards, or comparable quality codes.
• Experience collaborating with technicians in a fast-paced shop environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive work environment with daily engineering mentorship.
• Professional growth opportunities and intellectually challenging work in advanced nuclear energy.
• Competitive compensation.
• Onsite parking is available.