About the role#
Uplift Geosystems is hiring a Research & Development Intern to support our minerals processing and extractive metallurgy research. You will work on-site in our laboratory to help develop chemical recycling devices for the production of metals used in batteries, turbines, and structural materials.
What you'll do#
- Prepare rock samples for chemical composition analysis using mills, furnaces, sieves, and other equipment.
- Separate minerals using magnetism and density techniques.
- Execute experiments to measure metal leaching rates from rock samples.
- Interpret experimental data to evaluate process performance.
- Identify trends in your results and recommend process modifications.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program related to Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Metallurgy.
- A safety-first mindset and commitment to laboratory safety practices.
- Comfort working in an on-site laboratory environment.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, Origin, or Excel.
- Prior experience in a chemistry, materials, or environmental laboratory is helpful but not required.
- Knowledge of hazardous material handling, laboratory waste management, and analytical techniques like titration or mass spectrometry is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in Baltimore, Maryland.
- The role is full-time.
- This is a paid internship with a compensation range of $20 to $40 per hour, depending on your experience level.
- We offer this position on a rolling basis.
About Uplift Geosystems
Uplift Geosystems operates in the climate technology manufacturing sector. Founded in 2023, the company is based in Baltimore. It provides marine carbon removal services through mineral ocean alkalinity enhancement. The business also sells acid and base recycling equipment to metallurgical refiners. It is a privately held firm with 2 to 10 employees.
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