Aalo Atomics

Advanced nuclear technology licensing and deployment

Mechanical Engineering Co-op Intern

Design EngineeringUpdated on Nov 10

Internship · Summer 2027Austin, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
Have at least 3 months of hands-on engineering experience through course projects, research, internships, student shop work, or personal builds.
Have working knowledge of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing, and basic structural or thermal analysis.
Be able to work full-time on-site in Austin, Texas, for at least 12 consecutive weeks.
Provide own housing and daily transportation to the Austin facility.
Be able to stand, climb ladders, and lift up to 25 pounds while wearing personal protective equipment for some tasks.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and update 3-D computer-aided design models, detailed drawings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Draft work instructions, router steps, and inspection plans that satisfy ASME and internal quality standards.
Collect production data, perform root-cause analysis on non-conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
Present findings and quantified results to engineering leadership at the end of the term.

Desired Qualifications

Have a GPA of 3.4 or higher and have completed a manufacturing laboratory or capstone design course.
Have at least 6 months of experience applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Be familiar with ISO or AS standards or comparable quality codes.
Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with technicians in a fast-paced shop environment.

About Aalo Atomics

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the role

Join our mechanical engineers in Austin as we design, refine, and scale the manufacturing processes that turn advanced‑reactor designs into hardware. Over a 12‑ to 16‑week term you will own a clearly scoped project—from concept through implementation—while gaining daily mentorship and shop‑floor experience.

What you’ll do

Design, build and update 3‑D CAD models, detailed drawings, and GD&T.
Draft work instructions, router steps, and inspection plans that satisfy ASME and internal quality standards.
Collect production data, perform root‑cause analysis on non‑conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
Present your findings and quantified results to engineering leadership at the end of the term.

Qualifications

Required

Growth mindset and positive attitude
Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering (or closely related field).
≥ 3 months of hands‑on engineering experience (course projects, research, internships, student shop, or personal builds).
Working knowledge of CAD/CAM and basic structural or thermal analysis.
Able to work full‑time, on‑site in Austin TX, for at least 12 consecutive weeks.

Preferred

GPA 3.4 + and completion of a manufacturing laboratory or capstone design course.
≥ 6 months experience applying GD&T
Familiarity with ISO or AS standards or comparable quality codes.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technicians in a fast‑paced shop environment.

Additional requirements

Must provide own housing and daily transportation to the Austin facility; on‑site parking is available.
Some tasks involve standing, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 25 lbs while wearing PPE.

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About the Company

Aalo Atomics

Advanced nuclear technology licensing and deployment

Aalo Atomics develops and deploys advanced nuclear energy systems to provide reliable, low-carbon power. It licenses technology, forms partnerships, and runs energy production projects for governments, large corporations, and energy providers. The company relies on multidisciplinary R&D to bring nuclear solutions to market, drawing talent from computer hardware, software, aerospace, and automotive sectors and navigating regulatory approval as part of its business model. Unlike wind and solar, its products aim to deliver continuous electricity at competitive costs, supported by a diverse ecosystem of partners and clients. Aalo also focuses on public education about nuclear energy’s risks and benefits and to attract the next generation of engineers. Its goal is to usher in a second Atomic Age by delivering abundant, dependable clean energy to power humanity for generations.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Series B
Total funding: $133.3M
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2023

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