Hardware Engineering Summer 2026 Internship (Apply by 3/6)

Laminar, Inc.; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Learning budget

Lab access

Job summary

Laminar, based at Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA, is seeking a Hardware Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. You will work on cutting-edge IoT devices, collaborating with hardware and software engineers across research, development, and implementation.

The role offers exposure to sensor systems, gateway products, and product innovation within a fast-paced startup environment. You will contribute to cross-disciplinary projects, gain hands-on hardware experience, and grow in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Interest in hardware, sensors, and IoT.
• Available for Summer 2026 internship.
• Willingness to learn and iterate quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work on sensor and gateway products with direct impact on cleantech.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers on R&D.
• Improve hardware systems and contribute to product innovation.
• Participate in cross-disciplinary projects.

Skills

Team collaboration

Mechanical fundamentals

Electrical fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Tools

CAD

MATLAB

Job description

Hardware Engineering Summer 2026 Internship (Apply by 3/6)

At Laminar, we're leading the charge in physical AI, reshaping process industrials and manufacturing to drive operational efficiency and sustainability for our world’s most foundational industries. Powered by our Laminar AI Co-pilot models and state-of-the-art sensors, our solutions optimize facility performance across various processes, including process manufacturing, production, water management, energy reduction, and waste minimization. Based at Greentown Labs, North America's premier cleantech innovation community, we're a woman-founded startup backed by renowned investors like Greycroft, Construct Capital, 2048 Ventures, and Flybridge Capital. Our groundbreaking technologies have earned accolades and adoption from industry giants like Unilever, The Coca-Cola Company, ABinBev, PepsiCo, Danone, T. Marzetti, and more. We're committed to unlocking untapped data for our customers, empowering them to gain a competitive edge and create Industry 4.0.

Transforming our most foundational sectors of society is hard. Very hard. But we’re building an empire. And empire building is not easy. It’s deeply fulfilling, and you will learn and grow tremendously while driving sustainable impact globally with some of the largest players that make everything we eat, use, and wear. Our culture is to foster extraordinary growth within our teammates. We believe in autonomy, ownership, empowerment, demanding excellence, being mission-driven. We believe in creativity, authenticity, and extraordinary growth. We’re looking for relentless, ambitious, creative, and exceptional people to join our team and build the factory of the future.

We are seeking a motivated Hardware Engineering Intern to join our team and contribute to developing cutting-edge IoT devices. The role will work cross-functionally and integrate projects into the greater product scheme picture.

What You Will Do

• Work on sensor and gateway products with direct impact on cleantech and sustainability
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers on research, development and implementation
• Improve hardware systems and contribute to product innovation
• Participate in cross-disciplinary projects involving mechanical & electrical components

About You

• Pursuing bachelors, associates, or advanced degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment/product iteration cycle
• Motivated, driven, startup founder mindset, desire to drive positive change in the world
• Summer internship opportunity with potential for full-time conversion
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Access to Greentown Labs' extensive network of cleantech startups.

A front-row seat at Greentown Labs, North America's largest cleantech innovation hub, in a Somerville neighborhood ranked one of the coolest in the world

Real recognition: 2026 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, Gold 2026 Edison Award, Unilever Startup of the Year, Innovator Awards by both Coca-Cola and ABInBev, and more

A team that celebrates together from rooftop lunches, ping pong matches, Lunch & Learns, and regular team events

• Competitive salary, equity, and a 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision coverage, plus short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Flexible time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• A conference and learning budget to keep growing your craft
• Greentown Labs membership and a transportation benefit for your commute

Why You’ll Love it Here

• A front-row seat at Greentown Labs, North America's largest cleantech innovation hub, in a Somerville neighborhood ranked one of the coolest in the world
• Real recognition: 2026 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, Gold 2026 Edison Award, Unilever Startup of the Year, Innovator Awards by both Coca-Cola and ABInBev, and more
• A team that celebrates together from rooftop lunches, ping pong matches, Lunch & Learns, and regular team events
• Competitive salary, equity, and a 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision coverage, plus short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Flexible time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• A conference and learning budget to keep growing your craft
• Greentown Labs membership and a transportation benefit for your commute

Interview Process

1. Phone screen with Laminar Head of Ops or Recruiter (15-20 minutes)

2. Intro call with Hiring Manager (30 minutes)

3. On-site interview, including short tour of GTL, overview of tech, and interview/presentation with the Hiring Manager and a few team members. Depending on the role, a skills exercise that should take no longer than an hour to prep, would be sent ahead of time. We record your skills exercise to share with any team members who could not join the interview and/or with Founder's ahead of their Founder's Interview. If you are not local, we can conduct this virtually.

4. Finalists for Full-Time positions will have a Founder’s Interview in-person

Final steps:

Two professional references are requested, ideally one from your current organization and one who served as your Manager

If an Offer Letter is extended, a Background check is conducted

A recent study from LinkedIn showed that most women apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the requirements, whereas men will hit the apply button if they hit 60%. Laminar (formerly H2Ok) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. So, to the women and nonbinary folks out there feeling unsure if you're a perfect fit, we strongly encourage you to apply! If you're ready to play a key role in scaling a game-changing company that’s transforming the industrial sector and advancing sustainability, we want to hear from you!

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