Synthesis Slurry Intern

Solid Power is seeking a Synthesis Slurry 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. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.

About the Role

The Slurry Center of Excellence team supports the production, research/development, and characterization of new solid-state battery electrolytes. This internship provides the opportunity to perform several characterization techniques (electrochemical, physical, and chemical) while working alongside engineers on essential and highly visible projects.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with and under the direction of Engineers to execute planned experimentation aimed at optimizing current synthetic and process routes for sulfide solid-state electrolytes.
• Assist Engineers in material characterization, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Perform regular and required housekeeping.
• Handle and properly dispose of hazardous materials and equipment.
• Communicate experimental results to a broad audience and participate in experimental brainstorming and planning.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field from an accredited college/university.
• Experience in material characterization techniques including rheology, DSC/TGA/SDT, XRD, FTIR, and EIS.
• Experience in synthetic and/or analytic chemistry.
• Comfort with safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of Li-ion battery materials optimization.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.

Physical Requirements

• Some prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
• Some prolonged periods of standing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs daily.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary, including but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator, or PAPR.

Pay

$25/hour

Schedule

15-20 hours per week during the fall semester.

This position requires access to technology, software, or other information subject to governmental export control restrictions. Employment is conditioned on continued government authorization, including export licenses or other required documentation. The employer is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.