Intern - Systems Engineer - Summer 2026

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, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Systems Engineering 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

- Opportunity available at our Devens, MA location. 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 team’s existing need.

- Opportunities available for currently enrolled college students in all levels of schooling from bachelor’s degree to PhD

- Interns must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

What you'll do:

- Collaborate with SPARC Systems Engineers and relevant stakeholders to drive integrated verification & validation planning through integrated commissioning and early operations

- Establish the structure of operational budgets and performance limits of key cross-functional technical areas

- Collaborate with Systems Engineering Leadership to support enterprise level architecture planning and trade offs to evaluate growth of the Systems Engineering function

What we’re looking for:

- Pursuing a Master degree in Systems Engineering or Engineering Management

- Understanding of and experience in complex system delivery lifecycles

- Experience in highly cross-functional complex systems engineering

- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn

- Must work well in a team

- Highly self-motivated and driven to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/ problem-solving skills

- Optional: Experience in enterprise / organizational growth, strategy, implementation

- Optional: experience in relevant Systems Engineering tools such as SysML, IBM DOORS, custom software tools

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

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, we’re 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.