Stack Test & Tear Down Intern
Plug power
Job Summary
Plug Inc. is seeking a highly motivated student for a Stack Test/Tear Down Intern role within the Fuel Cell Stack development team. This internship offers hands-on experience in MEA processes, fuel cell testing, and root cause analysis (RCA) in an engineering environment. Learning objectives include understanding the fuel cell industry, gaining practical experience in MEA fabrication and testing, developing problem-solving skills, and professional development in teamwork and time management.
Must Have
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Master's or PhD degree in X or a related program
- Reliable transportation to the office
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Possess solid hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail
- Excellent follow-through
- Must be driven and self-motivated
- Gain practical experience in applying coating techniques to various MEA components
- Assist with die-cutting materials to specified dimensions
- Learn lamination processes to bond layers together
- Perform fuel cell MEA fabrication, testing, and diagnostics at single-cell, short-stack, and full size levels
- Qualify new MEA and stack designs and components
- Develop methods and participate in tear down and root cause analysis (RCA) of full size returned fuel cell and electrolyzer product lines
- Document research activities, test results, and observations in detailed lab notes
- Assist with preparing reports that summarize findings, progress, and areas for improvement
Job Description
Stack Test/Tear Down Intern
Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)
Term: May 18, 2026- August 7, 2026
Position Summary
Plug Inc. is actively seeking a highly motivated student to join our Fuel Cell Stack development team. The student will be responsible for assisting in a wide variety of initiatives and projects in support of your academic studies and interests. In this role, you will assist with a variety of initiatives and projects, gaining hands-on experience in MEA processes, fuel cell testing, and root cause analysis (RCA) within an engineering environment. This opportunity provides valuable exposure to cutting-edge engineering practices and the chance to contribute to the innovation that drives Plug Power’s success.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the fuel cell industry, its trends and challenges
- Learn the key stages involved in the production of a Membrane Electrode Assembly, from ink formulation to final testing.
- Gain hands-on experience in each step of the process, including coatings, die-cutting, lamination, hot pressing, fuel cell testing and electrochemical research and development
- Develop problem solving skills in an industrial approach
- Professional development – teamwork, time management, networking, etc.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- MEA Design: Gain practical experience in applying coating techniques to various MEA components, assist with die-cutting materials to specified dimensions, and learn lamination processes to bond layers together.
- Fuel Cell Testing and Qualification: Perform fuel cell MEA fabrication, testing, and diagnostics at both the single-cell, short-stack levels, and full size level. Qualify new MEA and stack designs and components as part of internal development programs for both fuel cell and electrolyzers
- Electrolyzer Stack Tear Down and RCA: Develop methods and participate in tear down and root cause analysis (RCA) of full size returned fuel cell and electrolyzer product lines
- Data Documentation and Reporting: Document research activities, test results, and observations in detailed lab notes and assist with preparing reports that summarize findings, progress, and areas for improvement.
Education and Qualification
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Master's or PhD degree in X or a related program
- Must have reliable transportation to the office
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Possess solid hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail
- Excellent follow-through
- Must be driven and self-motivated
Estimated Base Salary Range:
$21.00 - $25.00
About Us
Our employees create products every day that are changing the way energy is produced and delivered. We thrive on innovation by fostering a learning environment that creates new, real-world products and applications. Join our team as we rapidly expand into key markets like zero-emission on-road vehicles, robotics, and stationary power – Be a part of the climate solution!
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