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Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America · 2 hours ago

Material Engineering Intern

Sparks, NV

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is dedicated to transforming the world through sustainable energy solutions. They are seeking a Material Engineering Intern to join their team, where the intern will gain hands-on experience in battery manufacturing and learn about material properties and failure analysis.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Characterize and understand fundamental material properties of metals before, during, and after battery manufacturing

Conducts failure analysis to improve battery cell safety, quality, or performance using optical microscopes, and SEM/EDS

Develop ex-situ evaluation and testing methods for metal components in cells to replicate in-situ loading conditions and environments

Analyze and evaluate process input/output data to reduce defects and improve battery performance

Presenting findings from characterization and failure analysis to process engineering groups as appropriate

Completion of reports summarizing project work

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Materials ScienceBattery ChemistryFailure AnalysisManufacturing PrinciplesMicrosoft Office SuiteProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Evidence of exceptional ability. Panasonic follows a culture of full-cycle engineering where members will have full responsibility and accountability for their projects from start to finish

Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university

GPA of 3.2 or higher

Demonstrated experience solving difficult hands-on engineering problems with an ability to clearly articulate technical detail and thought process

Familiarity with basic lithium-ion battery chemistry

Good understanding of basic manufacturing principles

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely

Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Minimum 3.2 GPA

Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the internship begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN, L-1, or other employment-based visas) to participate in the program or for a fulltime role after graduation. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization

Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above

Preferred

Previous coursework in battery science, materials analysis, or advanced manufacturing

Hands-on full-cycle engineering experience acquired through internships, jobs, research, or personal projects

A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles

Company

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is a large-scale, advanced battery manufacturer, operating in Sparks, Nevada and De Soto, Kansas, known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures.

Founded in 2016