Summer Internship- Software Engineer

Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy ⚡️

About Type One Energy

Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.

If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us for a “Summer Internship- Software Engineer”. This is what you need to know:

Location: Madison, WI

Salary: $25 per hour, 40 hours per week

Contract: 12 week contract- Summer 2026 (June 1st Start Date)

Reporting to: Staff Electrical Engineer

Your role in the mission:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Software Engineering Intern to join our engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to apply your programming knowledge in a collaborative, real-world environment and to gain hands-on experience with modern software development tools and practices.

• Develop and debug software applications primarily in C++
• Design, document, and test various software components and applications
• Support and maintain the software development infrastructure, including CI/CD pipeline management
• Assist with system configuration management, including deployment and maintenance activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and optimize code and system performance

What you’ll need:

• Currently enrolled in degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems
• Understanding of networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, gRPC, and protocol buffers
• Experience or coursework involving database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Redis
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Technical background or coursework in engineering, physics, or related fields is an asset

Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Its FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.

Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.