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Job Description
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.
Basic Qualifications
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.
Please Note: 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. Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
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.
Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Submission Guidelines
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.
