Mechanical Engineer Intern - Data Center Infrastructure
About the job
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, such as Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering (mechanical/MEP), or Energy Systems Engineering with a thermal-fluids foundation.
- Expected to graduate in December 2027 or June 2028 with an undergraduate or graduate degree.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3.
- Coursework in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, or HVAC.
- Interest in critical cooling and data center infrastructure.
- Comfort with AutoCAD, MATLAB, or Python, and ability to learn new engineering software quickly.
- Demonstrated personal accountability, integrity, and respect for others, the company, and oneself.
- Interpersonal skills to support team cohesion and successful project execution.
- Written and verbal communication skills for working with diverse groups and individuals.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines while contributing to inclusive and cooperative teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Learn about data center mechanical systems, including chilled-water plants, air-cooled and direct-liquid-cooling systems, piping, and fire protection.
- Support engineers with load calculations, pipe and pump sizing, equipment selections, and P&ID and drawing markups, with guidance and review from licensed professional engineers.
- Participate in site visits, follow field issues from question to resolution, and observe design through construction, commissioning, and startup.
- Evaluate cost, constructability, and redundancy, prioritizing safety and reliability.
- Complete a defined project from the initial question to a final recommendation and present it to the team at the end of the internship.
- Experience using computational fluid dynamics or thermal-hydraulic modeling tools such as AFT Fathom or ANSYS in a class or lab.
- Work or internship experience in construction, HVAC, or industrial settings, or hands-on building experience.
About the company
Hut 8 operates in digital asset mining and high-performance computing infrastructure. It mines Bitcoin at scale with vertically integrated operations, owning mining hardware and managing power and facilities to control costs and profitability. In addition to mining, Hut 8 offers enterprise-grade technology services, including cloud and colocation data centers and high-performance computing infrastructure designed for security, reliability, and scalability. The company’s business model blends mining with enterprise data-center services to reduce cryptocurrency market risk while capitalizing on demand for compute-at-scale and digital infrastructure. Hut 8 differentiates itself by owning and operating its own energy and infrastructure, allowing tighter cost control, and by serving enterprise clients with secure, scalable data-center solutions alongside its mining activities.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Miami, Florida
Founded
2020
Get referred to Hut 8
See people who can refer or advise you
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 28, 2026 revolver expands parent liquidity and funds interconnection deposits without cash collateral.
- Beacon Point and River Bend represent 949 MW contracted AI capacity and $26.6 billion value.
- Initial Beacon Point energization remains targeted for Q1 2027, preserving near-term commercialization timing.
What critics are saying
- Texas ERCOT review still threatens Beacon Point energization; Hut 8 lacks formal authorization.
- Beacon Point’s second phase begins in Q2 2028, leaving execution exposed for eighteen months.
- If the unnamed hyperscaler defects, Hut 8 loses $19.6 billion of contracted campus value.
What makes Hut 8 unique
- Hut 8 commercialized Beacon Point with two 15-year leases totaling 704 MW on July 20, 2026.
- Hut 8 pairs power origination, data-center development, and project financing into one platform.
- Hut 8 secured $7.5 billion non-recourse project financing and a $1.07 billion revolver in 2026.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays