Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2024)

Who we are:  

Electra is electrifying ironmaking to decarbonize steelmaking and eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global CO2 emissions. Leveraging proven industrial-scale electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes, and backed by leading sustainability-focused venture capitalists, our team is developing lower cost, scalable solutions utilizing intermittent renewable energy to forge a cleaner, greener future for the trillion-dollar steel industry.   

With a uniquely collaborative culture, endless passion for developing disruptive technologies, and the opportunity to revolutionize carbon-intensive manufacturing industries, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the chance to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.  

Internship Program Summary:  

The 2024 Summer Internship Program is open to current undergraduate and graduate students pursuing majors in related fields. 

The goal of the Program is to provide students with hands-on, industry experience while offering the opportunity to make valuable contributions at Team Electra.  

In this you will: 

• Assist with electrochemical cell validation efforts 
• Assist with designing and assembling mechanical test fixtures 
• Assist with technical documentation of cell build details, test results, and lessons-learned 
• Perform testing and characterization of electrochemical cell assemblies and components 
• Assist with assembling and testing Electra's novel electrochemical cells 

Qualifications:  

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in mechanical engineering or related degree  
• 3D modeling software experience (SolidWorks preferred) 
• Ability to interpret existing designs 
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and other shop equipment (wrenches, saws, drills, etc.) 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Familiarity with coding languages (Python, Matlab, C++, SQL, etc.)  
• Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), manufacturing, and common material properties 
• Knowledge of electrochemical cell components and fundamentals 

What is in it for you:  

• Hands-on experience in an industry environment 
• Opportunity to work on novel technologies 
• Opportunity to collaborate with other teams 

Compensation:  

• The pay rate for this position is $28.00 per hour for undergraduate students; and $31.00 per hour for graduate students.