Chemical Engineering Intern
Redwood MaterialsCarson City, Nevada
Full Time
Posted February 3, 2026
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Job Description
Redwood Materials is seeking a Chemical Engineering Intern to support research, development, and production processes related to battery materials, focusing on process design, testing, and optimization in a sustainable energy environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and lead design and modeling of chemical engineering processes, including creating detailed process flow documentation
- Assist with setup, testing, and debugging of new processing operations
- Conduct sample testing, pilot-scale research projects, and experiments for new processes
Requirements
- Pursuing a B.S. or advanced degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, or another discipline with significant relevant coursework.
- Prior internship or work experience with a leading technology company in a chemical or process engineering role, preferably with new process development.
- Able to operate independently conducting experiments in a wet chemistry lab.
- Experience with factory modeling concepts such as material flows, yields, and recovery rates.
- Academic or professional background in inorganic chemistry and precious metals refining.
- Working knowledge of major chemical and process analysis software packages.
- Self-motivated, hands-on mindset, with a willingness to contribute at all levels.
- Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.
- Must maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standards.
- Wear proper PPE when necessary.
- Ability to work in challenging working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods of time.
- May require working occasional weekends or alternate shifts to support production needs when necessary.
- The internship is located in the Reno or Carson City, Nevada area, and interns are responsible for making their own housing and transportation arrangements.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation will be commensurate with experience
Full-time position
Work environment includes both office and production facility
Potential for working extended periods in challenging conditions with PPE
Possible work on weekends or alternate shifts to support production needs
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