Summer 2027 Internship-Manufacturing Engineering
Join Pacific Fusion as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in building fusion energy components.
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Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Aid in implementation of Manufacturing Execution Software
- Create, edit, and release work instructions
- Capture redlines suggested by technicians
- Aid in tooling design and fabrication
- Data collection and trend analysis
Must have
- Pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field
- Willingness to build with technicians and engineers
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
Nice to have
- 6+ months of previous internship or co-op experience
- GPA of 3.5 or above
- Basic experience with CAD Software, MATLAB, Python, or Excel
- Basic experience with machining equipment and tools
- Exposure to MES and MRP systems
Practical constraints
- Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in Mid May- Mid June 2026
Requirements
- Experience
- Up to 1 year
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Pacific Fusion will support the production team in creating the initial power generation components for their fusion system. Key responsibilities include implementing Manufacturing Execution Software, developing work instructions, and assisting with tooling design while collaborating closely with technicians and engineers. This role is ideal for engineering students eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, particularly those with prior internship experience or familiarity with CAD and data analysis tools. Pacific Fusion, a startup focused on clean energy, emphasizes a collaborative culture and mentorship.
Joblaze insights
Quick facts
- Is the Summer 2027 Internship-Manufacturing Engineering role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Leandro, CA - Fremont, CA - Los Lunas, NM .
- What's the salary range?
- Pacific Fusion lists $30–$48 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- Up to 1 year of experience for this Summer 2027 Internship-Manufacturing Engineering role.
- Where is the role based?
- Pacific Fusion is hiring for this position in San Leandro, CA - Fremont, CA - Los Lunas, NM .
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: CAD, Excel, MATLAB, Manufacturing Execution Software, Python.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Pacific Fusion targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Summer 2027 Internship-Manufacturing Engineering role at Pacific Fusion.
From the original posting
About Pacific Fusion
Why This Role Matters
As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern on the Delivery team you will work alongside our manufacturing engineering and production teams to help build the first power generation component samples for our fusion system.
What You'll Do
- Aid in implementation of Manufacturing Execution Software (MES)
- Work alongside the build technicians and manufacturing engineers to create, edit, and release work instructions to build the product
- Be responsible for capturing redlines suggested by the technicians and conducting recurring meetings to determine what to add to the work instructions
- Aid manufacturing engineers in tooling design and fabrication
- Data collection, consolidation, and reduction to show trends with recommended actions to take based on the trends
What You Bring
- Pursuing a degree in Engineering, or a related field
- Willingness to build with the technicians and engineers to thoroughly understand the build process
- Attentive listening to collect every detail possible during the creation of the work instructions
- Ability to think on your feet and provide quick solutions as problems arise
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
Additional Requirements:
- Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in Mid May- Mid 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
- Basic experience with CAD Software, MATLAB, Python, or Excel
- Basic experience with machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, and air tools
- Exposure to MES and MRP systems, specifically knowledge of how they are used to increase efficiency of production
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
- Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
- An unforgettable summer!
TOTAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES
RECRUITING AGENCIES
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