About the role#
This is a 12-week internship based in Austin, Texas. You will join the Hardware Engineering team to test and validate customized server, power hardware, and thermal technologies. Your work supports the infrastructure that runs our services.
What you'll do#
- Measure thermal performance of servers using test plans and qualify operation.
- Develop test reports and share findings with the team.
- Analyze and simulate server cooling schemes and thermal technologies.
- Execute tests while maintaining a thorough data log and procedural record.
- Provide input on fan and pump control algorithm optimizations.
- Work with the hardware team to ensure proper component design.
- Diagnose and find the root cause of component failures.
- Perform CFD analysis to solve thermal challenges in server, storage, network, and power systems.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of fluid dynamics and heat transfer (conduction, convection, radiation).
- Experience with lab equipment, data acquisition systems, air flow benches, environmental chambers, or liquid testers.
- Coding experience in Python, Matlab, or C/C++.
- Experience with 1D flow network modeling software such as Macroflow, Flomaster, or Modelon.
- Experience in 3D CAD or CFD software like Solidworks, Creo, Flotherm, or Icepack.
- Troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Intent to return to a full-time degree program after the internship.
- Ability to obtain and maintain work authorization in the United States.
- Experience with Linux or command line interfaces is preferred.
- Experience with thermal optimizations of heat sinks, fans, or cold plates is a plus.
- Familiarity with AI, storage, network, or power architecture and data center environments is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas
- Modality: On-site
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Employment: Full-time intern
About Meta
Meta develops software and social media applications. It operates platforms such as Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The company maintains headquarters in Menlo Park, California. Current work focuses on augmented and virtual reality alongside artificial intelligence and machine learning.
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