Electrolyte R D Intern Spring Summer
SolidpowerLouisville, Colorado
Internship
Posted February 18, 2026
$20 - $22/hr
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Job Description
The Electrolyte R D Intern at Solid Power will assist in the research and development of solid-state electrolytes for next-generation rechargeable batteries, working alongside scientists to synthesize, characterize, and improve electrolyte materials in a collaborative laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute planned experiments to modify and improve solid-state electrolytes under scientist supervision
- Assist in material synthesis, characterization, data collection, and analysis
- Communicate experimental results and challenges to the team
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and safety compliance
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience in an academic or industrial lab environment.
- Comfort with safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment.
- Experience in material characterization techniques such as XRD, EIS, FTIR, DSC TGA, Raman, SEM EDS is a plus.
- Experience in synthetic chemistry is a plus.
- Experience with statistical and relevant software design of experiments (D.O.E.) is a plus.
- Knowledge of Li-ion battery materials optimization and synthesis is preferred.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
- Availability to work 15-20 hours during the Spring and Summer semesters.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and some prolonged periods of standing.
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR as necessary.
- Ability to work in gloveboxes and dry rooms.
- Access to technology, software, and information subject to export control restrictions, and continued availability of government authorization to access such items.
- Employment contingent upon the results of a thorough background check.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation: $20-$22 per hour
Work schedule: 15-20 hours during Spring and Summer semesters
Work environment perks: Onsite work, laboratory safety protocols, PPE provided, ability to work in gloveboxes and dry rooms
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