Physics Intern - Fall 2026
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Physics Intern - Fall 2026
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About the job
Thea Energy develops fusion energy using innovative stellarator designs, aiming to create limitless, zero-emission energy. Interns will work on physics projects like plasma modeling, optimizing stellarator configurations, and supporting engineering teams in a cutting-edge fusion research environment.
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform typing, standing, sitting tasks
- Work in hazardous industrial environment
Qualifications
- Pursuing undergraduate in physics or related
- Experience in plasma modeling or diagnostics
- Knowledge of scientific computing or Python
- Interest in fusion energy research
Full job description
About Thea Energy:
Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future.
The Thea Energy physics team performs cutting-edge research in the areas of stellarator optimization, toroidal plasma confinement, plasma divertor and edge physics, plasma-materials interactions, and fusion neutronics. Thea Energy is looking for motivated interns to work with Thea physicists on projects relevant to these topic areas.
- Take ownership of a dedicated research project within one of our core physics areas, guided by a senior physicist mentor.
- Conduct literature reviews to guide initial project specifications.
- Run simulations or analyze data to inform Thea Energy's stellarator design.
- Collaborate directly with cross-functional teams of mechanical and electrical engineers.
- Support engineering design reviews by translating physics modeling and simulation results into specifications.
- Utilize project management tools to track tasks and long-term research goals.
- Present your findings and project outcomes to the broader technical team at the conclusion of the internship.
Ideal Experience & Skillsets:
Candidates may be pursuing undergraduate, masters, or PhD degrees.
Ideal candidates would have experience in at least one of the following physics areas:
Company Benefits:
Compensation: $18-25/hr Undergraduate and $26-30/hr Post-graduate
Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics.
It’s not necessary to meet all of the skillsets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this role or Thea Energy.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Thea Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a company of diverse backgrounds. By creating a diverse environment, we will bring new ideas and approaches to solving some of the world’s hardest (and most important) problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, family or marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
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