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Intern EHS Engineer Spring or Summer 2027
Job Location:
Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 25 - 32
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
28 October 2026 (11 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
25 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research top talent and new technologies were designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And were working with policymakers suppliers and many others to build the energy industry of the future.
Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised $4 billion of capital making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.
Now were looking for more thinkers doers builders and makers to join us. People wholl bring new perspectives solve tough problems and thrive as part of a team.
If thats you and this role fits we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a EHS Engineering Intern
The Environmental Health & Safety Engineering Intern contributes to building the environmental health and safety culture for the fusion industry. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic R&D plant and manufacturing environment. Our intern will support critical projects across Environmental Protection Health and Safety helping to ensure a safe compliant and sustainable workplace. Responsibilities will include assisting with environmental reporting and compliance initiatives program audits and process confirmations and equivalent.
Program Details:
- 13-26 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 teams existing need.
- Opportunities available for currently enrolled college students in all levels of schooling from bachelors degree to PhD
- Interns must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
What youll do:
- Help collect organize and prepare data for recurring regulatory filings
- Keep digital filing systems permit records hazardous waste manifests and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) libraries up to date and audit-ready
- Conduct audits of existing programs or processes across Environmental Health and Safety
- Conduct site inspections to support EHS programs and confirm compliance or identify improvements needed
- Participate in team meetings help draft topic-based awareness bulletins or toolbox talks and support EHS training across the organization
What were looking for:
- Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters Degree in EHS Environmental Engineering Industrial Hygiene Chemistry or a related STEM field
- Foundational knowledge of core EHS regulatory frameworks (OSHA EPA) through coursework or academic projects
- Ability to work in a high-volume fast paced environment
- Prior internship or hands-on experience in an industrial chemical laboratory or construction setting
- Familiarity with specific environmental regulatory standards (RCRA SWPPP Tier II/TRI DEC)
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel or data management tools for compiling records and reporting metrics
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle shifting priorities under general supervision
- Baseline familiarity with environmental health and safety regulations (e.g. OSHA EPA RCRA DEC) gained through coursework or prior projects is required
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
$25 - $38 an hour
Rates are aligned to your current year in school ensuring equitable and consistent pay across our intern program.
For BS interns the hourly rate is $25$32
For MS/PhD interns the rate is $35$38
Benefits included for full-time interns:
40 hours of sick time
Health dental and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching (must be 21 years of age to enroll)
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities
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At CFS we excel in fast-paced environments driven by our values of integrity execution impact and self-critique. As we grow were eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally regardless of race color national origin ancestry citizenship status protected veteran status religion physical or mental disability marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively Export Control Laws). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
Required Experience:
Intern
