Summer 2026 Internship- Pulsed Power
Pacific Fusion
About Pacific Fusion
Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy.
We are rapidly designing and building a pulsed magnetic fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems.
Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders.
Why This Role Matters
As a Pulsed Power Intern, you’ll support the development of 1 Hz testing equipment for commercialization of pulsed power systems, while gaining direct experience in high-voltage, high-energy experimental work. You’ll own a well-scoped technical project and contribute to day-to-day high bay operations.
What You'll Do
- Assist the team in developing 1 Hz testing equipment to support commercialization of pulser systems
- Design an experiment with guidance from the pulsed power and high bay teams
- Carry out the experiment independently within the summer internship timeline
- Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data
- Present experimental results to the engineering and physics teams
- Assist with high bay operations, including setup, testing, and teardown of pulsed power hardware
- Support assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of high-voltage systems and diagnostics
- Following and contributing to safety procedures for high-energy electrical systems
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone curious, hands-on, and excited to work with real hardware.
- Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in science or engineering
- Interest in or experience with hands-on work involving hardware and electronics
- Willingness to work in a lab and high bay environment
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and safety protocols
- Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
Additional Requirements:
- Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks beginning in June 2026
Bonus Points For
- 6+ months of a previous internship, co-op, or academic project experience outside of normal classes
- GPA of 3.5 or above
- Coursework or experience in circuits, power electronics, electromagnetics, or pulsed power
- Familiarity with oscilloscopes, high-speed diagnostics, or data acquisition systems
- Experience with CAD, simulation tools, or data analysis (Python, MATLAB, etc.)
What We Offer
- Real resume building engineering experience
- Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals
- Exposure to the full product development lifecycle
- A collaborative and learning-focused work environment
- An unforgettable summer!
Total Compensation & Benefits for Eligible Employees
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Industry-competitive salary
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Equity plan
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6% employer 401k matching
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Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
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Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.
Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Pacific Fusion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and throughout employment. If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know.
Pacific Fusion does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies without a fully executed recruitment agreement in place. In the absence of such agreement, Pacific Fusion reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidates without an obligation to pay fees. Agencies are requested not to contact Pacific Fusion hiring managers or employees regarding recruiting services.