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Intern – Physical Security Operations

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Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

501-1,000 employees

Develops and commercializes fusion energy technology

Energy

No H1B Sponsorship

Cambridge, MA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Devens, MA, USA

Onsite position in Devens, MA; opportunities also available in Somerville, MA.

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Pursuing an engineering degree with focus in the fields of Chemical, I&C, Mechanical or Process Systems
  • Hands-on experience through academic research, project teams, machine shops, hackathons, or industry internships
  • Demonstration of exceptional results through a range of different pursuits
  • High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
  • 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
Responsibilities
  • Assist and build a crisis management plan along with general security trainings, upgrades, program design
Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

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Commonwealth Fusion Systems focuses on developing fusion energy as a clean and sustainable power source. The company utilizes advanced magnet technology, created in partnership with MIT, to build smaller and more affordable fusion systems called tokamaks. These devices use magnetic fields to confine plasma, making them an efficient method for achieving fusion. Currently, CFS is manufacturing high-temperature superconducting magnets and constructing SPARC, which aims to be the first commercially viable net energy fusion machine. The success of SPARC will lead to the development of ARC, the first fusion power plant. CFS differentiates itself from competitors by its commitment to scientific integrity and a mission-driven approach, aiming to provide cost-competitive fusion energy to help combat climate change.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

Harvard, Massachusetts

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

50%

2 year growth

106%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • High-temperature superconductors could reduce costs and improve fusion reactor efficiency.
  • DOE's Milestone program funding accelerates CFS's commercial fusion energy development.
  • CFS's land acquisition indicates potential growth and increased production capacity.

What critics are saying

  • Room-temperature superconductors may disrupt CFS's high-temperature superconducting magnet technology.
  • Interest in cold fusion could divert attention from CFS's hot fusion technologies.
  • CFS's expansion may lead to financial strain if growth doesn't meet expectations.

What makes Commonwealth Fusion Systems unique

  • CFS uses rare-earth barium copper oxide superconductor technology for energy development.
  • Collaboration with MIT enhances CFS's fusion research and development capabilities.
  • CFS's SPARC project aims to be the first commercially-relevant net energy fusion machine.

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Benefits

12.5 Company-wide Holidays

Our vacation policy is 'take vacation'

Our sick time policy is 'get better and try not to make others sick'

Generous parental leave policy

Health Reimbursement

Health, Dependent Care, & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts

Delta Dental, Blue 20/20 Vision optional

Wellbeing / Headspace coverage

Short-term & long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

401K