Fermentation Control Intern

Novozymes North America•Morrisville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we are pushing the boundaries of fermentation technology by developing next-generation control strategies that enable higher productivity, increased robustness, and improved sustainability. As a Fermentation Control intern, you will join our Fermentation and Recovery Development team in our Development and Optimization of Microbes organization that is responsible for the development, scale-up, and optimization of microbe products, processes, and technologies. Our teams are composed of scientists and researchers with diverse backgrounds that use a wide array of lab-, pilot-, and production-scale equipment, plus advanced data and digitalization tools, to develop and launch new products. We also collaborate with colleagues globally to take advantage of our combined knowledge in industrial microbiology. About the Role As a Fermentation Control Intern, you will work alongside Scientists and Research Associates to enhance fermentation performance, productivity, and process robustness, with a particular focus on Bacillus and yeast production processes. Specifically, you will implement and test a new fermentation control strategy on our bench and pilot fermentation systems while gaining experience with fermentation equipment and utilities, sensors, and programming strategies.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Interest in fermentation, process equipment, sensors, and programming controls
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in basic mechanical equipment
Sophomore standing or higher at the time of application
Ability to arrange your own housing and transportation

Nice To Haves

Any hands-on or classroom experience with advanced fermentation tools is a welcome bonus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Enhance fermentation performance, productivity, and process robustness, with a particular focus on Bacillus and yeast production processes.
Implement and test a new fermentation control strategy on bench and pilot fermentation systems.
Gain experience with fermentation equipment and utilities, sensors, and programming strategies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in the areas of microbial physiology, advanced process control, data science and AI.