Concept Development Internship at Sila… · Alameda

Summary: Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc. is a next-generation battery materials company focused on powering the transition to clean energy. The Concept Development Internship involves working on process and formulation development projects, fabricating product prototypes, and conducting experiments to characterize nanomaterials and battery performance. Responsibilities: - Working on specific process and formulation development projects with the engineering team developing novel nanostructured materials and products - Fabricating product prototypes and testing battery performance under guidance of senior engineers - Designing, running, and analyzing experiments to characterize the chemical and morphological properties of nanomaterials and product prototypes - Development and execution of novel analytical methods to characterize product prototypes - Thorough documentation and presentation of results, with conclusions and recommendations, to deliver to engineering mentors, management and other stakeholders Required Qualifications: - Ability to make a six month commitment to working and developing skills at Sila - Studying toward (or recently received) a degree in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, or related field - Prior experience with hands-on lab work is a must - Exceptional analytical and documentation skills - Ability to learn new skills and ask for help when needed - Capable of working independently with direction Required Skills: Chemical engineering, Materials science, Hands-on lab work Important Skills: Analytical skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Learning new skills, Independent work Benefits: Benefits, Perks, Equity