R&D Intern

Were looking for a curious, hands-on chemistry / biotechnology / chemical engineering intern who enjoys solving real problems. At altM, youll work on translating biomass into functional materials, ranging from lignin-based performance additives to next-gen material streams, alongside a highly applied R&D team.

Responsibilities:

• Support synthesis, formulation, and material development experiments
• Work with analytical tools (HPLC, GC-MS, NMR, IR - depending on exposure)
• Help design, run, and troubleshoot experiments
• Maintain clean and reliable lab records and data
• Read literature and contribute with your ideas - curiosity is valued here

Requirements:

• A recent graduate or postgraduate in engineering or pure sciences
• Nice to have: Prior lab and project experience and internships
• Comfortable in a lab and eager to learn fast
• Detail-oriented, safety-first, and hands-on
• Excited by applied science and real-world scale-up challenges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, negotiable for the right talent

altM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity or any other protected characteristic outlined in any central, state, or local laws.