Undergraduate (Year Round) Intern - Analytical Chemistry - Biomass Analysis

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Mar 26

Applications are closed

Internship
Part-time
Off-cycle Internship
Data
$34K - $54.4K
Golden

Requirements

Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.
Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master’s degree program from an accredited institution.
Post Graduate: Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
Graduate + PhD: Completed master’s degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
An undergraduate (full time in the summer, part time during school) with demonstrated experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated experience in a chemistry laboratory (other than as part of a class) is preferred.
Demonstrated familiarity with a programming language (e.g., Python, R, C++) is preferred.

Responsibilities

A student internship position is available in the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's (NREL) Renewable Resources and Enabling Sciences Center. The intern will be supporting research and development (R&D) activities by supporting the Molecular Beam Mass Spectrometry (MBMS) pipeline.
This internship will focus on assisting with the set-up and execution of laboratory experiments involving preparation of biomass for hydrolysis and for analysis by Molecular Beam Mass Spectrometry (MBMS) as well as other analyses in a laboratory setting. Specific tasks include check-in and processing (including milling, weighing, extracting, etc.) of large numbers of biomass samples for high-throughput analysis. These tasks require the intern to effectively communicate with their mentor and other laboratory members about the expected work, progress toward completing that work, and any issues that arise.
This internship will involve extensive time in a laboratory environment and it is essential for the intern to support a safe and efficient work environment. Clear record keeping with special attention to data traceability, unexpected observations and errors in procedures is necessary.

Application Process

Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.
If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process

FAQs

What is the main focus of the internship position at NREL?

The internship focuses on analytical chemistry with a specific emphasis on biomass analysis to support research and development in renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.

Where is the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) located?

NREL is located in Golden, Colorado, at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

What kind of work environment can interns expect at NREL?

Interns can expect a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment where they can engage with coworkers who are driven by a shared mission to save the planet.

How does NREL promote diversity and inclusion within its hiring practices?

NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices by collaborating with organizations that focus on reaching underrepresented demographics, providing an inclusive application and interview process, and striving to attract a highly diverse workforce.

What opportunities for professional development does NREL offer to interns?

NREL offers numerous employee-driven clubs, learning opportunities, and professional development classes to help interns grow and engage with their peers.

Are there any specific qualities or backgrounds that NREL seeks in its internship candidates?

NREL aims to attract candidates from diverse talent pools and seeks individuals who can contribute to a culture of creativity and innovation while feeling welcomed and respected in their authentic selves.

Is the internship position at NREL limited to a specific time period, or is it available year-round?

The internship position is available year-round for undergraduate students.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

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Employees

1977

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), a Department of Energy national lab, is #TransformingEnergy as the nation's primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development. NREL's Mission: NREL develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals. NREL's Strategy: NREL has forged a focused strategic direction to increase its impact on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) and our nation's energy goals by accelerating the research path from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.