Device Engineer
verticalsemi
Fall Commercial and Strategy MBA Intern/Co-Op
verticalsemi· Commercial
About this role
Company Description
Vertical Semiconductor, a venture-backed MIT spin-out, is leading the development of vertical gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors to build the foundational power layer for the next generation of compute and AI.
Role Description
Vertical Semiconductor is seeking a full-time Commercial and Strategy (MBA) Intern/Co-Op to support commercial engagement within the data center market. This role sits at the intersection of market development, customer engagement, and strategic company operations.
The intern/co-op will work closely with leadership, engineering, and business teams to deepen our understanding of the data center power ecosystem, customer requirements, and market dynamics. In parallel, you will take ownership of parts of company operations, from internal systems and logistics to the day-to-day coordination that keeps a small team moving quickly.
This internship is ideal for someone who wants hands-on exposure to how a deep-tech hardware startup engages strategic customers and runs day-to-day.
This is an in-person fall internship based at our headquarters at Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA. The internship will run early September through December, with flexibility to accommodate academic calendars.
Key Responsibilities
Data Center Commercial Engagement
Support analysis of the data center power ecosystem, including AI training clusters, hyperscale facilities, and emerging high-density compute environments
Research and map target customers across hyperscalers, colocation providers, and OEMs
Conduct targeted commercial outreach (cold email and related methods) to establish and develop relationships with data center operators, hyperscalers, and strategic partners
Assist in developing customer-facing materials tailored to data center applications
Analyze customer requirements and translate them into system-level performance metrics and value propositions
Support preparation for customer meetings, including briefing documents and follow-up summaries
Track market signals, partnership discussions, and competitive developments within the data center ecosystem
Cross-Functional Strategy
Work with our engineering team to understand device capabilities and roadmap milestones
Synthesize technical and commercial inputs into structured insights for leadership
Contribute to go-to-market and partnership strategy discussions
Qualifications
Master’s student pursuing, or recently graduated from, a degree in business administration, economics, or a related field
Strong interest in data center infrastructure, AI hardware, power electronics, or deep-tech commercialization
Required Skills & Experience
3-6 years of pre-MBA experience. Consulting or investment banking experience preferred
Financial modeling experience and exposure to startups, venture capital, or banking are highly valued
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, comfortable working with quantitative data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to create clear, structured presentations and written materials
Comfortable with collaborating across technical and non-technical teams
Familiarity with semiconductors, power electronics, or data centers is a plus but not required
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Values & Culture Fit
Vertical Semiconductor is seeking an intern/co-op who is not only capable of accelerating the technical vision of the company but is also willing to get involved in the day-to-day execution of a startup. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges, is comfortable with a hands-on approach in a collaborative arena and thrives in a startup environment where they can make an immediate impact. We value integrity, initiative, problem-solving, creativity and a passion for creating transformative technology that can change industries and improve the world.
Compensation
This is a paid fall internship. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
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This Fall Commercial and Strategy MBA Intern/Co-Op role at verticalsemi is based in Somerville. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Fall Commercial and Strategy MBA Intern/Co-Op role at verticalsemi full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Fall Commercial and Strategy MBA Intern/Co-Op role in the Commercial department at verticalsemi.
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