Intern - Microwave Engineer - Summer 2027

Join the power movement as a Microwave Engineering Intern

We are looking for a talented Microwave Engineering Intern to join our team! CFS interns are highly valued within the organization and placed into meaningful and challenging roles.

Program Details:

• 13-18 week internship
• 40-50 hours per week with set hourly salary based on year in school
• Opportunities on site in Devens, MA. 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:

• Working with the millimeter wave diagnostic systems, including edge-scanning reflectometry and electron cyclotron emission
• Building, testing and/or data analysis of passive RF components and optical assemblies, such as: rectangular waveguide, circular waveguide, frequency-dependent couplers, antennas, optical mirrors and polarizers
• Electromagnetic calculations of transmission, reflection, and loss

What we’re looking for:

• Pursuing an engineering degree with focus in the field of Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Applied Physics, Optical Engineering or Photonics Engineering
• Classwork (or a demonstrated interest) in electromagnetics, optics, or antennas
• Experience in an RF, microwave, millimeter-wave or optics lab
• Software experience with electromagnetic calculations (e.g. Ansys Electronics Desktop, Comsol, finite elements methods), matlab, CAD modeling
• Demonstration of exceptional results through a range of different pursuits
• High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills

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