National-Lab Undergraduate (Summer) Intern – Chemist/Engineer/Environmental Scientist | Golden, CO (On-site) 18 views

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Basic Qualifications
Passion for sustainability or interest in environmental science
Job Profile: / Annual Salary Range: $34,000 – $54,400
About the job
Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
This internship position is hiring multiple full-time or part-time interns to work on-site starting in May 2024 through September 2024, with flexible start and end dates. The ideal candidate will be available between 10 and 40 hours per week. Work during holiday breaks is not expected. This intern will provide researchers with the necessary support to safely achieve cutting-edge research, including separations, sorting, and analysis of microplastics from field samples.
Hours Per Week
Position Type
Experience in analytical chemistry and/or handling field samples
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Operation and maintenance of analytical instrumentation
Additional Required Qualifications
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Functions well with a variety of personality types with various levels of technical backgrounds
Demonstrated experience following Standard Lab Safety Procedures and setting a safe example
The successful candidate will perform hands-on tasks and experimentation in a laboratory setting including:
Benchtop wet chemistry
NREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Post Graduate: Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation’s primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.
Demonstrated general laboratory experience in chemistry or environmental science
Job Application Submission Window
Experience operating a Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer and library matching
Intern (Fixed Term)
Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law). NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Internships projected to be less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.
Posting Title
Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.
NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Please Note
Superior attention to detail, receptive, excellent time management skills
Separation processes
Job Description
If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.
Demonstrated general laboratory experience in chemistry or environmental science
Submission Guidelines
see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.
Drug Free Workplace
Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)
Experience in analytical chemistry and/or handling field samples
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Functions well with a variety of personality types with various levels of technical backgrounds
Based on eligibility rules
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate + PhD: Completed master’s degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution.
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Location: Golden, CO (On-site)
Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.
Benefits Summary
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.
Passion for sustainability or interest in environmental science
Undergraduate (Summer) Intern – Chemist/Engineer/Environmental Scientist
Location
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If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.
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Willing to take direction and work independently to support team goals
Working at NREL
Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Demonstrated experience following Standard Lab Safety Procedures and setting a safe example
The ability to conduct laboratory experiments with minimal supervision and utmost regard to safety is required. Adaptability and an aptitude for learning are critical in this role. This is an excellent opportunity for a student invested in the NREL mission who desires relevant laboratory experience in preparation for graduate school or a career in the sciences.
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From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.
Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives,
Willing to take direction and work independently to support team goals
Superior attention to detail, receptive, excellent time management skills
Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master’s degree program from an accredited institution.
The Bioenergy Science and Technology (BEST) directorate within the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) performs a full range of research from exploring biomass at the molecular level through biorefinery process optimization to bringing bio-products to market. The directorate has recently expanded its research focuses to include analysis, characterization, biochemical processes, bioenergetics, thermochemical processes, polymer science/synthesis, and plastics recycling and upcycling. This research project is focused on assessing plastic pollution concentrations in US rivers. Interdisciplinary collaboration is paramount to every member of our team.
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Sorting microplastics from field samples
The hiring team for this position anticipates hiring 2-4 interns depending on candidate availability and team bandwidth. Candidates who can start as early as possible are desirable.
Reasonable Accommodations
40
CO – Golden
Based on eligibility rules

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