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Fuel Cell Failure Analysis /Reliability Engineering Intern Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Term: May 18, 2026- August 7, 2026 Position Summary Plug Inc. is actively seeking a highly motivated student to join our team. The student will be responsible for assisting in fuel cell failure analysis and reliability engineering. Core Duties and Responsibilities Returned stack or component analysis. Report findings of failure analysis. Field reliability data analysis and relation of fuel cell stack reliability and component reliability. Electrochemical surface area measurement, data analysis and reporting. Stack testing as needed. Gain a foundational understanding of industry standards, regulations, and best practices in manufacturing and technology. Communication and Collaboration across cross-functional teams Develop effective communication skills by collaborating with team members and presenting findings to different stakeholders. Education and Qualification Pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Master's or PhD degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, Material Science or a related program. Must have reliable transportation to the office in Slingerlands, New York and/or Latham, New York Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess solid hands-on approach to problem-solving Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail Excellent follow-through Must be driven and self-motivated Estimated Base Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00 Our employees create products every day that are changing the way energy is produced and delivered. We thrive on innovation by fostering a learning environment that creates new, real-world products and applications. Join our team as we rapidly expand into key markets like zero-emission on-road vehicles, robotics, and stationary power – Be a part of the climate solution! To learn more, download our brochure. Check out these videos to learn more about PLUG: Plug Power's Culture Code Who is Plug? Manufacturing Electrolyzers at scale Megawatt Fuel Cell Power Generation System Implementing Fuel Cells in Material Handling