Powerhouse Summer Research Intern

## Powerhouse Summer Research Intern Apply remote type:
Fully in-person/on-site locations:
Fort Collins, COtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
July 10, 2026 (7 days left to apply) job requisition :
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Job Description ##
** Position Summary
** The Energy Institute is operated under the Office of the Vice President of Research (OVPR) at Colorado State University (CSU). The Institute’s mission is to deliver real-world energy and carbon solutions that address society’s most pressing global challenges and achieves that mission by fostering collaboration among energy faculty and researchers across all eight colleges. The Institute conducts research, education, commercialization, and outreach activities and provides faculty, researchers, and industry partners with access to one of the nation’s largest university-based energy research facilities to achieve these objectives.

The Institute operates two facilities; the Powerhouse Energy Campus, and METEC, both provide safe, secure, and sophisticated space for university investigators and industry partners to collaboratively develop clean energy solutions.(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Powerhouse Summer Research Intern role resides in the Engines and Energy Conversion Laboratory at the Powerhouse Energy Campus, which is an industrial working environment We are seeking a summer research intern to join our group for summer session until classes begin in the fall.

As a Powerhouse intern, you will work closely with senior staff members to support the setup, testing, and cleanup of our engines test facility and with our emissions sensing groups for the setup and testing of AI driven robot sample collecting hardware. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment.  Collaborate with senior staff to prepare the engines test equipment and/or robot sensing equipment for experiments and data collection.

Participate in engine performance tests, data acquisition, and analysis. Ensure the lab spaces are organized, clean, and ready for subsequent experiments. Record test results, observations, and any issues encountered during testing. Learn and follow safety protocols and guidelines while working in the lab.

This is a part-time seasonal position that will be integral to facilitating research and departmental activities at the Powerhouse and METEC facilities. This position is in person.

Full Consideration Date for this position is July 10                 ##
** Essential

Job Duties **
* ** Assist with Setup:
** Collaborate with senior staff to prepare the test facility for experiments and data collection.
* ** Conduct Tests:
** Participate in engine performance tests, robot emissions test, data acquisition, and analysis.
* ** Cleanup and Maintenance:
** Ensure the lab spaces are organized, clean, and ready for subsequent experiments.
* ** Documentation:
** Record test results, observations, and any issues encountered during testing.
* ** Safety Compliance:
** Follow safety protocols and guidelines while working in the labs.##
** Conditions of Employment
** Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), valid driver’s license.

Colorado State University may conduct background checks on final candidates.

Benefit Information:
Employee Benefit information can be found on HR’s Website:  
** Supervision
* * N/A##
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Current enrollment in a 4 yr STEM related degree program.
* Ability to commit to
** 30 hours per week
** for the duration employment.
* Demonstrated interest and experience in working with engines, mechanical systems, and performance testing.
* Experience with AI driven robotics, mechanical systems, and improving performance utilizing AI tools
* Basic knowledge of data acquisition, tools, or instrumentation.##
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Prior experience with engines, automotive systems, or mechanical testing. Prior experience with robotic systems – setup and deployment
* Relevant coursework related to these tasks.
* Familiarity with lab safety procedures.
* Ability to follow instructions precisely and maintain accurate records.# Salary Range $18.00-$20.00# Required Application Documents

To apply , please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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