National Laboratory of the Rockies · 1 day ago
Post-Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern - Chemical Engineering
Golden, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$40K/yr - $63K/yrThe National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development. They are seeking a post-undergraduate intern to provide support in cutting-edge research focused on lignin depolymerization and upgrading, performing various laboratory tasks and experiments.
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Responsibilities
Provide researchers within our group the support necessary to safely achieve their cutting-edge research focused on reaction discovery for lignin depolymerization and upgrading
Perform hands-on tasks and experimentation in a laboratory setting including but not limited to benchtop wet chemistry at the milligram to kilogram scale
Operation of analytical instrumentation
Data analysis and interpretation
Batch and flow reactor operation and maintenance
Opportunity to contribute to research papers and technical presentations
Conduct laboratory experiments safely under supervision and moving towards more independent work throughout the year
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average
Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor's degree program from an accredited institution
Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor's degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year
Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master's degree program from an accredited institution
Post Graduate: Earned a master's degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year
Graduate + PhD: Completed master's degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution
Demonstrated experience following standard lab safety procedures and setting a safe example in a laboratory setting
The successful candidate will have completed an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or related field by the start of the internship
Demonstrated general laboratory experience and exposure to analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, or biochemistry
Attention to detail, a fast learner, and have excellent time management skills
Work well with a variety of personality types with various levels of technical backgrounds
Be willing to take direction and work independently to support team goals
Preferred
Prior non-coursework related experience in an undergraduate research lab or internship
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match
Sick leave (where required by law)
Performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component
Relocation expense reimbursement
Company
National Laboratory of the Rockies
The U.S. Department of Energy's primary national laboratory for energy systems research and development.
Founded in 1977
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$166.09MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2024-09-04Grant
2023-09-21Grant· $1M
2023-05-22Grant· $150M
Leadership Team
Clay Sumner
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer L.
Chief Financial Officer
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