Fusion Physics Intern: Research, Simulations & Impact

Hitachi, Ltd.; Kearny, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Thea Energy is offering an internship opportunity in its fusion energy research group in the United States. interns will work under a senior physicist on assigned projects related to stellarator optimization, plasma confinement, and materials interactions.

The position emphasizes hands-on simulations, data analysis, and collaboration with engineers. Candidates should be pursuing undergraduate, masters, or PhD degrees and have interests in plasma modeling, diagnostics, or related topics.

Qualifications

• Pursuing undergraduate, masters, or PhD in relevant field.
• Strong interest in plasma physics, computational modeling, or related areas.
• Proficiency with scientific computing tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a dedicated research project under a senior mentor.
• Conduct literature reviews to guide project specifications.
• Run simulations or analyze data to inform stellarator design.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers across teams.
• Translate physics results into engineering design specifications.

Skills

Python programming

Git version control

Machine learning

High-performance computing

Education

Pursuing undergraduate, masters, or PhD

Tools

Python

Git

Job description

Thea Energy is offering an internship opportunity in its fusion energy research group in the United States. interns will work under a senior physicist on assigned projects related to stellarator optimization, plasma confinement, and materials interactions.

The position emphasizes hands-on simulations, data analysis, and collaboration with engineers. Candidates should be pursuing undergraduate, masters, or PhD degrees and have interests in plasma modeling, diagnostics, or related topics.