

Spring Semester 2026 Internship - Optical Engineering
Location
Denver, CO
Level
Internship
Department
Energy
Type
Salary
$52,000 - $73,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-07-22
The internship program at Xcimer Energy focuses on designing and building laser-driven inertial fusion hardware and software, providing hands-on experience in various engineering disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Mechanical design and hardware development
- Mechanical and thermal analysis using finite element analysis
- Systems engineering
- Manufacturing engineering
- Electrical engineering (pulsed power)
- Control systems engineering
- Computational and software engineering (simulations)
Job Requirements
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master’s or PhD program in relevant engineering disciplines
- Application of technical skills in real-world scenarios
- Proficiency in CAD software for 3D modeling and simulation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for fusion energy
- Ability to work full-time onsite during the internship
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status