Energy Industrial Tech Services Intern

What We Do

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company’s aerogel technology enables customers and partners to achieve objectives around resource efficiency, e‑mobility, and clean energy. Aspen’s Pyro Thin® products address thermal runaway in the EV market, while its Cryogel® and Pyrogel® products are valued by large energy infrastructure firms. The strategy is to partner with industry leaders to expand the Aerogel Technology Platform into high‑value markets.

Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

Our values reflect how we work with each other, customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape interactions, guide decisions, and inspire impact.

• We Do the Right Thing
• We Are Problem Solvers
• We Are Allies
• We Drive Forward

The planned work focuses on conducting analyses, working with calculation tools and data sets, general lab activities, and testing assistance with other Engineers on Technical Services projects and programs.

• Set up and run comprehensive testing on assigned projects.
• Assist site Engineers with executing testing—including mechanical construction and electromechanical assembly.
• Perform general lab set‑up and maintenance duties.
• Work on specification documents and calculation tools.
• Assist site Engineers with data acquisition, analysis, and documentation.

• Completed 2 or more years of basic mechanical, electro‑mechanical, chemical, or other technical engineering program.
• Experience with technical documentation and Excel spreadsheets.
• Experience or coursework with Solid Works or similar CAD.
• Hands‑on mechanical assembly or construction work experience.
• Ability to lift objects greater than 25 lbs on occasion.

The above describes general content and requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hand/finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• Occasionally exposed to wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
• Must be physically able to wear an N95 mask for 8‑hour periods.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather, extreme heat or cold, and hot ambient environments.
• Noise level is usually loud while performing duties.

Aspen offers a comprehensive benefits package, a positive work environment, work/life balance, and growth opportunities in a culture of inclusion, sustainability, and collaboration.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays, Sick Time, PTO
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance

Between $25.00 and $30.00 USD/hour based on experience.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email  or call (508) 466‑3111.