Arinna

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Position: Research and Development Device Prototyping Engineer
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Innovation Area: Generation and Conversion; Materials and Chemicals; Built Environment and Infrastructure
Position Type: TomKat Center-supported
Compensation: $8,500
Internship Term: 8 weeks

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Arinna is building the energy core of Space and frontier tech. We’re pioneering ultra-light, power-dense solar platforms based on next-generation 2D semiconductors, enabling a step-change in how and where solar power can be deployed, from satellites and high-altitude aircraft to lunar and Martian infrastructure. Spun out of Stanford University, Arinna combines breakthroughs in materials science, device physics, and scalable manufacturing to deliver the most power-efficient and lightweight solar technology ever built. With over $370M in LOIs/off-take agreements and a clear roadmap from pilot (2026) to gigawatt-scale production by 2030, we’re on a mission to power the next generation of space and terrestrial systems. We’re backed by leading deep-tech investors and advised by industry pioneers. Our headquarters and pilot facility are in South San Francisco, CA, where we’re scaling our team across R&D, manufacturing, and systems integration.

www.arinna.xyz

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of scalable materials synthesis processes
Analyze and interpret experimental data to inform project decisions
Design and execute experiments to troubleshoot synthetic challenges and to optimize solar cell device performance
Prepare technical reports/presentations to precisely communicate your findings and experimental approach
Collaborate with the engineering team to iterate on synthetic processes

Who should apply

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of renewable energy technology, contributing directly to the development of our novel solar power technology. At Arinna, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and make a tangible impact. Together, we are striving to find a path towards the scalable manufacturing of a new kind of solar technology. We're looking for a creative and highly motivated researcher with the ability to dive deep, learn fast, and think critically about material synthesis and device innovation. The successful candidate will work in a hands-on laboratory setting closely with other engineers. The successful candidate will also be interested in the world of entrepreneurship, as they may be introduced to topics such as start-up funding, customer identification and acquisition, market analysis, go-to-market-strategy, product development, scaling, and more.

Required expertise

Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation
Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred skills/Majors