Heat to Power System Test Intern (Thermophotovoltaics/High-Temperature Systems)

Position Summary

Antora Energy is seeking a highly motivated Heat To Power System Test Intern to support the development and testing of our thermophotovoltaic (TPV)-based Solid-State Heat Engine (SSHE) prototypes. Over the course of this 10-week internship, you will rapidly become proficient with Antora’s high-temperature test platforms and play a hands-on role in executing, improving, and documenting critical test campaigns.

This internship is designed for candidates who want real ownership and technical impact. Reliable, high-quality testing is central to accelerating Antora’s Heat-to-Power technology development, and you will be expected to deliver meaningful improvements to test procedures, instrumentation, or hardware that benefits future development efforts.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Execute multiple SSHE prototype test campaigns, including setup, operation, and monitoring of high-temperature test systems
  
  
• Collect, validate, and deliver post-test measurement datasets used in design iteration, performance evaluation, and reliability analysis
  
  
• Design and implement at least one hardware, instrumentation, or procedural improvement to increase test reliability, repeatability, or usability
  
  
• Troubleshoot test issues involving sensors, thermal systems, mechanical assemblies, controls, or data acquisition
  
  
• Produce or update test procedures, safety documentation, and/or controls logic to reduce friction for future operators
  
  

Key Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Energy Systems, or a related field
  
  
• Strong hands-on experience with experimental hardware, tools, fixtures, sensors, or test equipment (academic, research, or industry)
  
  
• Demonstrated attention to data quality, repeatability, and experimental rigor
  
  
• Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical, thermal, electrical, or instrumentation issues
  
  
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with experience documenting procedures or results
  
  
• Strong safety awareness when working with physical systems, electricity, or elevated temperatures
  
  

Additional Qualifications Desired

• Experience with high-temperature systems, thermal testing, furnaces, heaters, or vacuum environments
  
  
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems (e.g., Python-based DAQ, PLCs, or similar)
  
  
• Experience with instrumentation such as thermocouples, pyrometers, pressure sensors, current/voltage measurement, or optical diagnostics
  
  

Work Location:  Onsite - Sunnyvale, CA

Hourly Range:  $35 USD - $45 USD

Please note that the hourly range listed for this position reflects Antora Energy's estimated pay rate. The actual rate offered will be determined based on a candidate's experience, year in school, and degree, as they relate to the position's requirements.

Additionally, this position does not offer visa sponsorship. Only candidates with current work authorization (e.g., F-1 visa with OPT/CPT authorization) will be considered.

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