Intern - Project Management - Spring 2026

Intern - Project Management - Spring 2026

Internships / On-site

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, we're designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. We're in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we've raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world. Now we're looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who'll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. If that's you and this role fits, we want to hear from you. Join the power movement as a Project Management Intern.

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

Program Details :

12-16 week internship program

40-50 hours per week with set hourly salary based on year in school

Opportunities onsite 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 :

Expedite building tools, templates and processes within the Project Management Office

Create standard templates for project reporting mechanisms

Project management for small scale business initiatives within the PMO

Map business process flows and ideate better ways of working

What We're Looking For :

Pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Systems or other Engineering

Project Management experience highly desirable

Google Workspace, MS Project, JIRA and Confluence

Strong communication skills

Self starter

Good time management and organizational 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

$23 - $35 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 $23$29. For MS / PhD interns, the rate is $32$35. 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

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we're 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.