Join Our Team at Ocean Power Technologies
At Ocean Power Technologies (OPT), we’re pioneering the future of ocean innovation. Our mission is to transform the power of the sea into sustainable solutions for energy, defense, and maritime operations. Every day, we push the boundaries of what’s possible, creating technologies that make the world safer, smarter, and more sustainable.
Are you ready to make waves?
Why Choose OPT?
Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team that’s addressing global challenges, from climate change to maritime security, through cutting-edge ocean technologies.
Innovation at the Core: Join a company that thrives on creativity and bold ideas, where your contributions will shape the future of maritime solutions.
Global Impact: Work on projects that span the globe, from the Atlantic to the Pacific, supporting customers in industries such as Government & Defense, Offshore Energy, and Science & Research.
Collaborative Culture: At OPT, we foster an environment of teamwork, respect, and shared success. You’ll work with passionate professionals who are leaders in their fields.
Professional Growth: Grow your skills and career through hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to tackle complex challenges.
Explore Opportunities
Ready to embark on an exciting career? Explore our open roles below to find the perfect fit.
Current Openings at OPT:
Ocean Engineering Intern (Summer 2025)
Location: Monroe Township, New Jersey
The Role:
The Ocean Engineering Intern will support the engineering team in the naval architecture design and analysis of OPT products and systems.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design and analysis of OPT’s products that use wave, solar and/or wind power to support ocean-based systems.
- Carry out theoretical hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, and mooring analyses using commercial software.
- Prepare and document design specifications, data collection and analysis.
- Prepare technical reports to document the methodology and results of work performed.
- Assist with departmental documentation and administrative projects.
- Perform other tasks as required.
Qualifications:
- Junior or Senior status in a 4-year university pursuing an Engineering degree.
- Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with MATLAB and SolidWorks a plus.
- Coursework in naval architecture, ocean engineering or related topics.
- Interest in learning about wave, solar and wind-based energy systems.
*Duration of Internship will be from June 2nd, 2025 - August 8th, 2025*
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Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2025)
Location: Monroe Township, New Jersey
The Role:
The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support the engineering team in the mechanical design and analysis of OPT products and systems.
Responsibilities:
- To assist in the Mechanical design and analysis of OPT’s products
- Prepare and document design specifications, data collection and analysis.
- Carry out theoretical mechanical/structural analyses.
- Prepare technical reports to document the methodology and results of work performed.
- Assist with departmental documentation and administrative projects.
- Perform other tasks as required.
Qualifications:
- Junior or Senior status in a 4-year university pursuing an Engineering degree.
- Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with SolidWorks (or similar CAD design software).
- Experience with ANSYS (or similar FE analysis software) a plus.
*Duration of Internship will be from June 2nd, 2025 - August 8th, 2025*
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Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2025)
Location: Monroe Township, New Jersey
The Role:
The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the engineering team in the electrical design and verification testing of OPT products and systems.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the generation and review of schematics, BOMS, and test plans.
- Help set up test equipment, support testing and data collection.
- Build and test prototype electronics.
- Prepare technical reports to document the methodology and results of work performed.
- Assist with departmental documentation and administrative projects.
- Perform other tasks as required.
Qualifications:
- Junior or Senior status in a 4-year university pursuing an Electrical/Computer Engineering degree.
- Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Experience with electrical assembly, building and testing circuits.
- Experience with developing test plans, conducting lab testing, and analyzing and presenting results.
- Experience with programming languages (C, C++, and Python), and /or firmware development for embedded control systems a plus.
- Familiarity with Orcad and Altium for schematics and PCB layout a plus.
*Duration of Internship will be from June 2nd, 2025 - August 8th, 2025*
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