RMCC Systems Engineering Intern

Location: San Jose, California

This is a summer internship starting May/June and is fully on-site at the listed office location.

Company Overview

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it a reality.

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

Department Overview

Remote monitoring control center (RMCC) is responsible for monitoring, optimizing and supporting field services for entire fleet of over 30,000 fuel cells deployed worldwide.

Intern Project

Interns will have a primary project during the summer internship and may work on additional projects. While the project could change by the time of the internship, we anticipate that the main project will involve the following:

Develop hands-on proficiency in Bloom Energy fuel-cell operations, identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, and deliver automation solutions that improve operational efficiency, reliability, and response time.

Position Responsibilities

Learn Bloom Energy fuel cell operation, monitoring tools, and RMCC operational workflows.

Support daily fleet monitoring, alarm analysis, troubleshooting, system health checks, and operational activities.

Work with RMCC operators and engineers to understand existing procedures and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Develop Python-based scripts and tools to automate repetitive operational, troubleshooting, data-analysis, and reporting workflows.

Translate operator knowledge and procedures into scalable, repeatable automated solutions.

Test, document, and deploy automation solutions that improve operator efficiency, consistency, and response time.

Collaborate with RMCC, Field Service, Product Support, Controls, and Engineering teams on operational and automation initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.

Must be graduating between spring 2027 and summer 2028

Desired Qualifications

Basic programming experience, preferably Python.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Interest in fuel cells, energy systems, industrial operations, and automation.

Ability to learn complex technical systems and translate operational requirements into logical workflows.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Interest in alarm analytics, automated troubleshooting, AI/ML, or operational decision-support tools.

Experience with Python for automation, data analysis, or visualization.

Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases, REST APIs, Git, or data visualization tools.

Experience developing scripts, engineering tools, or workflow automation.

Visa Sponsorship

Bloom Energy is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to interns or new grad hires on an F-1, J-1 or other visa for this position, regardless of CPT or OPT status.

EOE Statement

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Salary Statement with pay range

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

The pay range for this position is $36-$50 per hour.

Salary Ranges:$36.00 - $39.00