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Test Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students integrate hands-on software quality assurance work directly into their degree program. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before your start date, and the role must connect to your field of study. Most Test Engineer CPT placements align with computer science, software engineering, or information systems programs.
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Job Title: Cell Test Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)
Location: Broomfield, CO
Department: Cell Engineering
Reports to: Cell Applications Engineering Manager
Position Type: Intern, In-office
About the Company
Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid. Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market. Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, Apple, Powin, Enovix, Zipline, Solid Power, and Fluence. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures. We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.
Why Join Peak Energy?
At Peak Energy, we are driving the next generation of energy storage with sodium-ion battery technology. As we scale our production and system integration efforts, quality is at the core of our success. This role is an opportunity to set the foundation for material and cell quality standards in a rapidly growing energy storage company. If you’re passionate about battery quality, material validation, and manufacturing excellence, we encourage you to apply and help us power a more sustainable future.
About the Job
Peak Energy is seeking a Cell Test Engineer Intern to support our cell testing lab. In this hands-on role, you will assist in the execution of battery testing protocols, data collection, and analysis under the supervision of senior engineers. This role is ideal for recent graduates and students pursuing degrees in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemistry, physics, or related disciplines who are eager to gain hands-on experience in battery performance and reliability testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and execute battery cell tests (incoming inspection, cycle life, capacity, etc.)
- Operate battery cyclers, environmental chambers, and data acquisition systems
- Monitor tests and log performance data with accuracy and attention to detail
- Assist in failure analysis and teardown inspections
- Perform basic data analysis and prepare reports or presentations
- Collaborate with engineers to iterate on testing protocols and contribute to product validation
- Follow lab safety protocols and maintain a clean workspace
Minimum Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree or currently pursuing a degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
- Coursework or lab experience in electrochemistry, thermodynamics, materials, or energy systems preferred
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel; experience with Python or MATLAB is a plus
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Enthusiasm for batteries, renewable energy, and hands-on technical work
Preferred Qualifications
- Data analysis automation and coding skills
- Experience in electrical testing
The pay rate for this role is $30/hour, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!
At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company. We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Peak Energy Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, aiming to reach our company’s full potential by cultivating an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Peak Energy
Job Title: Cell Test Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)
Location: Broomfield, CO
Department: Cell Engineering
Reports to: Cell Applications Engineering Manager
Position Type: Intern, In-office
About the Company
Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid. Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market. Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, Apple, Powin, Enovix, Zipline, Solid Power, and Fluence. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures. We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.
Why Join Peak Energy?
At Peak Energy, we are driving the next generation of energy storage with sodium-ion battery technology. As we scale our production and system integration efforts, quality is at the core of our success. This role is an opportunity to set the foundation for material and cell quality standards in a rapidly growing energy storage company. If you’re passionate about battery quality, material validation, and manufacturing excellence, we encourage you to apply and help us power a more sustainable future.
About the Job
Peak Energy is seeking a Cell Test Engineer Intern to support our cell testing lab. In this hands-on role, you will assist in the execution of battery testing protocols, data collection, and analysis under the supervision of senior engineers. This role is ideal for recent graduates and students pursuing degrees in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemistry, physics, or related disciplines who are eager to gain hands-on experience in battery performance and reliability testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and execute battery cell tests (incoming inspection, cycle life, capacity, etc.)
- Operate battery cyclers, environmental chambers, and data acquisition systems
- Monitor tests and log performance data with accuracy and attention to detail
- Assist in failure analysis and teardown inspections
- Perform basic data analysis and prepare reports or presentations
- Collaborate with engineers to iterate on testing protocols and contribute to product validation
- Follow lab safety protocols and maintain a clean workspace
Minimum Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree or currently pursuing a degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
- Coursework or lab experience in electrochemistry, thermodynamics, materials, or energy systems preferred
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel; experience with Python or MATLAB is a plus
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Enthusiasm for batteries, renewable energy, and hands-on technical work
Preferred Qualifications
- Data analysis automation and coding skills
- Experience in electrical testing
The pay rate for this role is $30/hour, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!
At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company. We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Peak Energy Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, aiming to reach our company’s full potential by cultivating an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTest Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Test Engineer CPT role need to match my exact major?
The connection doesn't have to be exact, but it must be defensible. A computer science or software engineering major clearly supports a Test Engineer role. Information systems, electrical engineering, or data science majors can also qualify if the job involves systems integration testing, embedded software QA, or data pipeline validation. Your DSO makes the final call, so present the offer letter duties alongside your program learning objectives when requesting authorization.
Can I do CPT as a Test Engineer at a startup without an HR department?
Yes. CPT authorization depends on your school's approval and the academic integration requirement, not the employer's size or HR infrastructure. Smaller employers do need to complete an I-9 and issue a compliant offer letter. Make sure the letter specifies your start date, location, hours per week, and a job description your DSO can review. If the startup hasn't hired international students before, walk them through the I-9 process proactively.
What happens to my CPT if my Test Engineer internship gets extended?
Every CPT authorization is term-specific. If your employer extends the internship into a new semester, you need a new CPT authorization from your DSO before that term begins, your existing authorization doesn't carry over automatically. Submit the extension request early, since DSO processing timelines vary and a gap in authorization could affect your employment eligibility. Also reassess the full-time CPT accumulation rules if the extension pushes you toward 12 months total.
How do I find Test Engineer employers who understand CPT?
Migrate Mate shows employers filtered by their DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, which is a reliable signal that a company has previously hired workers on work-authorized visa statuses and understands the paperwork involved. Filtering for Test Engineer and QA Engineer LCA filings in your target city gives you a targeted list of employers already familiar with the documentation requirements that overlap with CPT onboarding.
Does remote Test Engineer CPT work count toward my program requirement?
Remote CPT is permitted if your school authorizes it and the work remains integral to your curriculum. The key issue is employer location: your CPT authorization typically lists a work location, and some schools require it to match a specific geographic area. Confirm with your DSO whether a remote role at an out-of-state employer triggers any restrictions. Also verify that the employer's I-9 process accommodates remote hires, since documentation procedures differ from in-person onboarding.