Clean Crop Technologies, Inc. (“Clean Crop”) stops crop loss at the source, removing pathogens from seeds before they are planted, increasing yields, reducing in-field waste, and improving food safety. Clean Crop’s Clean Current technology combines electricity and food-grade gases to create cold plasma, inactivating a broad spectrum of contaminants from seed surfaces in a dry, automated, and residue-free process. We are building a dynamic team of engineers and technicians, administrators, and scientists with a passion for innovation, experimentation, pushing the envelope of what's possible, and a hunger to work at an agile start-up. If that sounds like you, we'd love to talk!

We are seeking a hands-on electromechanical engineering intern to assist our Product Development team! Reporting to a Sustaining Engineer, the intern will be responsible for validating sensors that aid our product performance. This is an exciting opportunity to help innovate in a fast-paced environment. The selected individual will work in a team environment that requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Location: Holyoke, MA

Role & Responsibilities:
● Develop and execute sensor validation and testing protocols, including setup of test rigs, data acquisition, and performance analysis to verify accuracy, reliability, and environmental robustness.
● Responsible for the experimental design to characterize sensor performance and variability
● Apply mechanical, electrical and/or controls related skill sets to support business initiatives
● Develop, debug, and verify hardware‑software interfaces
● Record data with a high attention to detail and perform necessary statistical analysis
● Make decisions that are data-driven in nature and prepare technical justification analysis reports
● Present to a highly technical audience with clarity and brevity
● Write standard operating procedures (SOPs)
● Work with engineering staff to provide support for key projects
● Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times

Qualifications:
● A rising sophomore or junior pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, or a related engineering field
● Hands‑on experience in sensor technologies, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
● Proficiency in data analysis and test automation tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW) paired with strong technical writing skills for clear, concise documentation.
● Understanding of thermal radiation principles, including emissivity correction and infrared thermometry techniques for accurate non‑contact temperature measurement.
● Hands-on working experience with laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, function generators, and source meters
● Innovative spirit and curiosity to improve protocol efficiency, safety, and speed
● Hardworking, goal-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment with attention to detail
● Familiarity with using power and basic hand tools such as electric drills, saws, grinders, cutters and soldering iron
● Experience with CAD design software such as Fusion360, Inventor, Solidworks
● Hands-on experience in building mechanical prototype systems.
● Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
● Creative, problem-solving mindset – outspoken team player
● Must be able to lift boxes and materials up to 50lbs

We believe our impact is greater when our teams reflect the communities we serve. Clean Crop is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, Veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. If you have a special need or disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.