Summer 2027 Internship - Chemical Engineering
General MatterLos Angeles, CA
Internship
Posted August 21, 2026
$30 - $40/hr
Apply Now
Application opens on company website
Listing evidence and provenance
- Source
- Greenhouse View original listing
- Freshness
- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
- Classification
- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Nuclear Energy
- Pay provenance
- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
As a General Matter Chemical Engineering Intern, you will help design, instrument, and build out advanced laboratory capabilities that support the development of a new generation of enrichment technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with mass spectrometry analysis, including isotopic analysis and trace element detection using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometry (TIMS), and Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS).
- Support chemical process monitoring by applying analytical chemistry techniques to help ensure the quality and safety of nuclear fuel cycle materials.
- Help develop and validate sample preparation, digestion, and separation techniques for nuclear material analysis.
- Assist in interpreting mass spectrometry results and collaborating with process engineers and operations support to help optimize facility operations.
- Maintain adherence to radiation protection, hazardous material handling, and chemical safety protocols.
- Support senior scientists and engineers on projects aimed at improving fuel cycle efficiency and waste minimization.
Requirements
- Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Familiarity with mass spectrometry techniques (e.g., ICP-MS, TIMS, SIMS) and exposure to analytical instrumentation.
- Basic proficiency in wet chemistry techniques, including sample digestion, titration, and precipitation methods.
- Collaborative team member who thrives in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments and is eager to learn.
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
Benefits & Perks
- The hourly pay range for this internship is $30–$40 per hour, depending on the candidate's current standing in school (i.e. sophomore, senior).
- Interns will receive a monthly housing stipend, and are eligible for overtime pay. Please note that the stated hourly range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors.
Ready to Apply?
Apply directly on General Matter's site
Get new power and energy jobs weekly
New jobs across data centers, grid, nuclear, storage, generation, and renewables. One email a week.
Job Alerts
Get alerts for jobs like this one
More at General Matter
Similar Jobs
More jobs at General Matter
Similar jobs in Nuclear Energy
More jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Is this your company?Claim your listing free →