Plug Power · 2 days ago
StackTest & Tear Down Intern
Rochester, NY
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $25/hr
Start in 2026 SpringPlug Power is actively seeking a highly motivated student to join their Fuel Cell Stack development team. The intern will assist with various initiatives and projects, gaining hands-on experience in MEA processes, fuel cell testing, and root cause analysis within an engineering environment.
EnergyFuel CellIndustrialManufacturingOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Gain practical experience in applying coating techniques to various MEA components, assist with die-cutting materials to specified dimensions, and learn lamination processes to bond layers together
Perform fuel cell MEA fabrication, testing, and diagnostics at both the single-cell, short-stack levels, and full size level. Qualify new MEA and stack designs and components as part of internal development programs for both fuel cell and electrolyzers
Develop methods and participate in tear down and root cause analysis (RCA) of full size returned fuel cell and electrolyzer product lines
Document research activities, test results, and observations in detailed lab notes and assist with preparing reports that summarize findings, progress, and areas for improvement
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Master's or PhD degree in X or a related program
Must have reliable transportation to the office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Possess solid hands-on approach to problem-solving
Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail
Excellent follow-through
Must be driven and self-motivated
Company
Plug Power
Plug Power is a provider of clean hydrogen and zero-emission fuel cell solutions.
Founded in 1997
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.97BKey Investors
NYSERDAYorkville AdvisorsUS Department of Energy
2025-11-18Post Ipo Debt· $399.4M
2025-10-08Post Ipo Equity· $370M
2025-08-21Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Andy Marsh
CEO
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Dean Fullerton
Chief Operating Officer
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