Cathode R&D Intern

Quantumscape

253d

About The Position

QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company's next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future. This position will be based onsite at our San Jose, CA offices.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, or related field
• Superb communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Understand and follow safe chemical handling and laboratory practices

Nice To Haves

• Experience with materials research
• Experience with data analysis using python or JMP

Responsibilities

• Carry out experiments to understand qualification requirements of incoming materials
• Optimize electrode and electrolyte materials to be stable at high voltage
• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of experimental data to identify trends and draw conclusions related to material performance
• Collaborate with chemists, materials scientists, process engineers, and technicians in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Deliver high-quality technical reports to colleagues

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree