Multi-physics Analysis Intern
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Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 23 - 35
Posted on:
15-10-2025
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 Multi-physics Analysis Intern
We are looking for talented technical interns to join our team! CFS interns are highly valued within the organization and placed into meaningful and challenging roles.
Program Details:
- 12-16 week internship program
- 40-50 hours per week with set hourly salary based on year in school
- This opportunity 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 (Projects this team member will work on may include but not limited to):
- Modeling: Develop and first-order 1D and 2D models to simulate the thermal electromagnetic and/or wave mechanics of quench and cable systems.
- Trade-space Analysis: Conduct comprehensive analysis of various design parameters to explore the performance limits of the systems.
- Literature Search: Perform detailed literature reviews on the latest advancements and research in quench and cable physics and to inform our modeling and analysis efforts.
- Problem Solving: Apply a strong first-principles approach to tackle novel and challenging R&D problems collaborating with the team to find innovative solutions.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data of superconducting magnet tests
- Run computational coupled electromagnetic thermal models under a range of conditions
- Improve and expand analysis pipelines with scripting and code development
- Perform statistical and meta-analyses of magnet test and simulation data sets
- Explore numerical sensitivities of high-performance numerical models
- Participate in highly collaborative team discussions give presentations to various teams and document the outcomes
What were looking for:
- A strong academic background in physics with coursework or research experience in thermal electromagnetic and/or wave mechanics electrical engineering computer science mathematics or other related STEM fields
- Proficiency in 1D and 2D modeling using tools such as COMSOL ANSYS MATLAB Python or similar software
- Exposure to advanced electromagnetism coursework and/or lab/industry experience
- Exposure and interest in numerical algorithms for physical problems
- Exposure to modern statistical analysis tools and methods (e.g normality analysis correlation analysis uncertainty analysis) with bonus points for time series analysis methods
- Exposure to instrumentation and sensor science (e.g. voltage current magnetic field temperature and other sensor types)
- Interest or experience in numerical simulation of superconductors
- Skilled at generating high quality presentation materials and giving technical talks to informed audiences
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal for presenting findings and collaborating with a team
Must-have 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
$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
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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 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
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