Engineering Intern en USA Rare Earth

Position Overview:

As an Engineering Intern at our rare earths magnet startup, you will play a key role in advancing next-generation magnet manufacturing. Working closely with engineers and scientists across disciplines, you will gain hands-on experience solving real-world engineering challenges in materials processing, manufacturing, and product development. This internship offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment focused on innovation, sustainability, and the revitalization of critical U.S.-based supply chains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support engineering efforts across mechanical, materials, and process development projects.
• Assist in the testing, evaluation, and improvement of rare earth magnet production techniques.
• Contribute to cross-functional teams working on scale-up, equipment design, and operational optimization.
• Help troubleshoot technical issues in pilot and production settings, proposing and implementing solutions.
• Collect, analyze, and present data to support engineering decisions.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation of project activities, results, and learnings.
• Uphold safety, environmental, and quality standards in all work activities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, or related field).
• Strong technical aptitude with an eagerness to learn and contribute in a startup environment.
• Interest in advanced manufacturing, materials science, and clean energy technologies.
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as CAD, data analysis software, or lab instrumentation is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site.   Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

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USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

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