Engineering or Physics Intern - Summer

Role: Paid Engineering or Physics Intern
Location: Waltham, MA
Summer - full time: 40 hours per week, starting May or June 2026
Fall semester - part time: 20 hours per week, starting September 2026
On-Site: No virtual work is available. Local candidates only.

About Folia: Folia Materials is an award-winning materials science startup using advanced paper coating technology as our platform super material. Folia’s water filters are on‑sale at 2,500 grocery stores in Bangladesh. Folia’s paper microwave susceptors deliver superior microwave foods in sustainable packaging. We are looking for individuals who take the initiative to be a part of our success story.

Are you a current student seeking an internship? Looking to build cutting‑edge technical skills and lab work experience? We encourage you to read more and apply for this exciting opportunity.

This role will perform product testing for our microwave susceptor product, and will require the ability to work with our engineering team to design a reliable microwave test system. The core of this role involves the ability to develop reliable data‑gathering methods.

• Detailed Implementation: Execute lab‑scale tests with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all variables are accounted for and documented.
• Method Development: Support the creation of robust data sampling methods that provide actionable insights.
• System Refinement: Assist in the transition from manual testing to more sophisticated, automated systems to increase data reproducibility.
• Collaborative Validation: Work under the guidance of senior engineers towards long‑term technical goals.

• A student in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering with a strong foundation in experimental measurements.
• Naturally detail-oriented with an uncompromising commitment to data accuracy and reproducibility.
• Adaptable and capable of maintaining high technical standards while developing interim test setups.
• A clear communicator who values oversight as a tool for professional growth and technical excellence.

• Self‑driven with the ability to coordinate and manage projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to learn and understand new electronics and electrical systems
• Outstanding troubleshooting skills on electrical and physical systems
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Experience with soldering
• Proficient with Google Drive or MS Office
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with others
• Strong time management skills
• Previous experience working in a machine shop or lab environment

The candidate will have a chance to apply strong project management and organizing experience, and to gain a deeper understanding of how testing decisions are impacted by cost, consumer, and environment.

Folia's lab is located in Waltham, MA.

Folia is committed to hiring a diverse workforce.