Electrolyte R&D Intern (Spring/Summer)

Solid Power • Louisville, CO

9h • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Solid Power is seeking a Electrolyte R&D Intern​ to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next generation, all solid‐state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast‐paced, collaborative, and innovative team environment. The preferred candidate is currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies focused on materials, chemistry, engineering or related field.
The Electrolyte R&D team specializes in research and development of solid-state electrolytes, including development of new materials, and improvements and modifications of production materials. This role will work alongside scientists to develop skills in solid-state electrolyte synthesis and characterization.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related degree from an accredited college/university.
• Experience in an academic or industrial lab environment
• Comfort with safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment is required.
• Availability to work 15-20 hours during the Spring and Summer semesters.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in material characterization techniques is a plus (XRD, EIS, FTIR, DSC/TGA, Raman, SEM/EDS)
• Experience in synthetic chemistry is a plus.
• Experience with statistical and relevant software (design of experiments (D.O.E.) a plus).
• Knowledge of Li-ion battery materials optimization and synthesis is preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with and under the direction of scientists to execute planned experimentation aimed at modifications and improvements to solid-state electrolytes.
• Assist scientists in material synthesis, characterization, data acquisition and analysis.
• Communicate results and roadblocks to the broader team.
• Perform regular and required housekeeping such as lab and glassware cleaning.
• Always follow all facility and laboratory safety rules and regulations, ensuring safe handling and proper disposal of hazardous materials and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern