Membrane R&D Intern

Veolia Environnement SA•Minnetonka, MN

About The Position

The Membrane R&D Intern will work closely with a small R&D team to advance membrane technology from chemical selection through process-plant scale-up. The intern will coordinate with an experienced researcher, prepare and execute experimental tasks, and analyze data. Research activities may include membrane fabrication and testing, system or process optimization, and selecting equipment from outside vendors.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering program in Chemical, Environmental, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or a Chemistry Bachelor of Science program; other science-based technical programs may also be considered.
Relevant experience or a solid understanding of separation technology and/or chromatography.
Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and learn new techniques.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Teamwork and communication skills.
Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this opportunity.

Responsibilities

Coat membrane samples for testing.
Operate membrane testing equipment.
Record, document, and analyze experimental data.
Optimize experimental setups and testing protocols.
Identify issues related to membrane performance, experimental setup, or data acquisition.
Select equipment from outside vendors.
Support scale-up of equipment and processes.
Develop detailed research and engineering reports.
Present research findings to internal teams, collaborators, and stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences.
Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including R&D researchers and engineers.