Internship - Engineeering / Catalyst

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.

The pay for this position ranges from $23 - $23.

Summary: 

Over the course of the summer internship program, this role will focus on catalyst research and development. The work will tailored to real business need and requirements and be selected through a collaborative process between mentor, supervisor and intern. This can include research, synthesis, catalyst processing, catalyst testing, catalyst characterization, automation of data analysis processes, statistical analysis of data, and/or data visualization.

In addition to the catalyst project, this role will work on the day-to-day functions of a dynamic R&D lab environment. This will include catalyst synthesis, processing, characterization, testing, or lab maintenance and more.

Essential Functions/Duties and Responsibilities:

•     Automated data formatting – using Python or other programming language to extract data from lab reports, add the data to simplified and aggregated databases, the display the data with data visualization. 
•     Data analysis – understanding characterization and testing results of catalyst, including statistical analysis.
•     Synthesis and processing of catalyst – requires wet chemistry.
•     Modification of internal web app - Help fine tune the existing web application for the fuel processing lab to allow anyone to access the data generated from the lab.
•     Operating and optimizing gas chromatography instrumentation for precise analytical results.
•     Maintaining both physical and digital organization of laboratory materials and records to ensure efficient workflow.
•     Conducting thorough safety inspections and performing related compliance tasks to uphold a safe laboratory environment.
•     Ensuring cleanliness and readiness of glassware and equipment through regular cleaning procedures.
•     Performing equipment calibration as needed to guarantee accuracy and reliability in experimental results.
•     Other tasks as assigned. 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be a current undergraduate majoring in chemistry, chemical engineering or related field. Majors in general engineering, statistical data science, or related may be considered with accompanying Python or laboratory experience.
• Experience in a lab environment preferred.
• Experience with Python strongly preferred.

Internship: From June 8th to August 14th, 2026

All Employees Shall:

• Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Attend scheduled EH&S training program.
• Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.
• Recommend improved EH&S practices.
• Must maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to talentacquisition@fce.com or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

NOTE:   This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged.  A response to your request may take up to two business days.

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.

For more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy.  However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.