Intern Plasma Physics Summer 2026
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Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 23 - 35
Posted on:
01-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 were designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised nearly $3 billion in capital making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now were looking for more thinkers doers builders and makers to join us. People wholl bring new perspectives solve tough problems and thrive as part of a team.
If thats you and this role fits we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a Plasma Physics Intern
CFS is seeking an Intern with knowledge in Plasma Physics.
Program Details:
- 12-16 week internship program
- 40-50 hours per week with set hourly salary based on year in school
- Opportunity for this position is 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 teams existing need.
- Opportunities available for currently enrolled college students in all levels of schooling from bachelors degree to PhD
- Interns must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
What youll do:
- Develop workflows algorithms and results for the Boundary Plasma Physics team in support of SPARC operations
What were looking for:
- Experience in plasma physics or with tokamaks but also is eager to learn about engineering
- Good software skills and an ability to program in python
- Cross disciplinary experience is a bonus
- Hands-on experience through academic research project teams machine shops hackathons or industry internships
- Demonstration of exceptional results through a range of different pursuits
- High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
Essential Requirements:
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
- 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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$23 - $35 an hour
Rates are aligned to your current year in school ensuring equitable and consistent pay across our intern program.
For BS interns the hourly rate is $23$29
For MS/PhD interns the rate is $32$35
Benefits included for full-time interns:
40 hours of sick time
Health dental and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching (must be 21 years of age to enroll)
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities
At CFS we excel in fast-paced environments driven by our values of integrity execution impact and self-critique. As we grow were 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.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
