R&D Laboratory Intern

About the Role

You will work as part of a laboratory team at our Tomball Technology Centre in Tomball, TX, focusing on hydrocarbon or petrochemical process treatment projects for crude oil production, transportation, refinery, and petrochemical process applications. This role involves using custom-designed laboratory equipment to simulate customer unit operations or processes, aiming to control separations, deposition, or corrosion.

Responsibilities

• Execute programs to investigate specific customer or technology development challenges in consultation with a Veolia Researcher.
• Conduct experiments to generate data.
• Review data with the Researcher and design next-step experiments.
• Document and present project results at the completion of the internship.

Qualifications

• Undergrad pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of college chemistry lab experience.
• Familiarity with basic wet chemistry and analytical techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a lab environment.
• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Demonstrated dedication to lab safety and general safety procedures.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and accomplished communication abilities, with the capacity to produce quality technical reports and documents.
• Basic proficiency in Google Suite / workspace.

About the Company

Veolia is a global leader in water treatment solutions, serving municipal and industrial markets across six continents. We are dedicated to finding solutions to the world's biggest water use and reuse challenges, making a meaningful impact on everyday quality of life. Our team is composed of thoughtful, dedicated professionals committed to delivering unique services. We champion diversity, foster an inclusive environment, and offer competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.