Materials Engineering Summer 2027 Intern

The role

You will assist in the research and development of new materials including polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites. You will perform material characterization tests, conduct experiments, and analyze data to support nuclear fusion systems.

What you will do

• Assist in the research and development of new materials, including polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites
• Conduct experiments to test the properties and performance of materials under various conditions
• Analyze data from material tests and experiments to identify trends and optimize material properties
• Support the characterization of materials using techniques such as microscopy, spectroscopy, and mechanical testing
• Contribute to the documentation and reporting of research findings, including technical reports and presentations
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to discuss project progress and challenges
• Assist in literature reviews to guide laboratory experiments
• Perform material characterization tests, including sample preparation, instrument operation, and data acquisition
• Present results during weekly team meetings and at the year-end intern showcase

Required qualifications

• Ability to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks during summer 2027 in Everett, WA
• Currently enrolled in Graduate (Master’s or PhD) degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or a related field
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Fundamental background in materials science principles, including material properties, thermodynamics (incl. phase diagrams), and mechanics
• Experience with laboratory techniques and material characterization tools
• Proficiency in data analysis
• Familiarity with software tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or Origin)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
• 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
• 10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
• Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
• Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
• Annual wellness stipend

About the company

Helion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant. The company has raised $1.5 billion from investors to develop clean, reliable, and affordable energy.