Summer Internship- Thermofluids Engineer
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Job Location:
Woburn, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy
About Type One Energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023 the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies
If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision join us for a Summer Internship- Thermofluids Engineer. This is what you need to know:
Location: Boston (Woburn) MA
Salary: $25 per hour 40 hours per week
Contract: 12 week contract- Summer 2026 (June 1st Start Date)
Reporting to: Director of Thermofluids Engineering
Your role in the mission:
The Thermofluids Engineering division at Type One Energy performs all the heat transfer and fluid dynamics work on a variety of systems across the fusion machine. This includes problems spanning a wide range of the temperature spectrum from removing the heat generated by fusion to keeping our superconducting magnets cold.
In this role you will be introduced to thermodynamic fluid flow and heat transfer analyses and learn both analytical and numerical techniques to solving such problems while gaining real-world engineering experience.
- Perform thermodynamics calculations for sizing the capacity of the RRP cryoplant and the Magnet Programs cryogenics systems.
- Perform analytical thermodynamics heat transfer and fluid flow calculations relevant to fusion devices.
- Perform numerical simulations on thermohydraulic problems relevant to fusion devices.
- Use the analyses performed to provide insight into the design of the relevant systems / subsystems
- Collaborate with other groups to engineer the interfaces between relevant interacting systems
- Create and maintain appropriate documentation in terms of memos presentations and other forms as appropriate.
- Contribute to creating a collaborative working environment.
What youll need:
- Currently undertaking a degree in Physics Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering with a focus on thermodynamics heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- An understanding of thermodynamics heat transfer and fluid dynamics
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Be curious open-minded and willing to learn.
Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Its FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information visit or follow us on LinkedIn.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status age or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal state or local laws. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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About Company
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. The company was formed in 2019 by a team of globally-recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veter ... View more
