Thermal & Mechanical Engineering Intern

d-Matrix

Thermal & Mechanical Engineering Intern at d-Matrix focusing on hardware validation and thermal modeling in AI technology. Engaging in hands-on lab work to support thermal analysis and experimentation.

Posted 4/30/2026internshipSanta Clara • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $30 - $60 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the foundational setup of the Thermal and Mechanical R&D lab
Figure out and document the procedures to power and run PCIe accelerator cards in a standalone environment for thermal stress testing
Execute rigorous aerodynamic characterization using a wind tunnel
Support the development of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) models
Prepare laboratory test setups and prepare test samples for thermal characterization
Create "Gold Standard" documentation for laboratory procedures and maintain meticulous records of all experimental test data

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Exposure to thermal simulation software (ideally Flotherm, Icepak, or SolidWorks Flow Simulation)
Comfort working with lab equipment, including thermal data loggers (DAQs), flow sensors, and high-power lab supplies
Ability to take raw lab data and perform statistical analysis to identify performance trends and marginalities
Precision in laboratory work—from the exact placement of a thermocouple to the version control of a simulation model

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision
401(k)
Inclusive rewards plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

thermal simulationaerodynamic characterizationComputational Fluid Dynamicsstatistical analysislaboratory procedurestest sample preparationdata documentationexperimental test data managementthermocouple placementversion control

Soft Skills

attention to detailmeticulous record-keepingproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingteam collaborationcommunication skillsadaptabilitytime managementprecisioncritical thinking