Intern in Sorbent Scale-Up & Quality

• Material Scale-Up: support the synthesis, testing and evaluation of sorbent materials for direct air capture ranging from laboratory experimental samples to commercially available materials
• Lab Characterization: perform lab-based characterizations, including CO2 adsorption behavior and chemical stability and support the laboratory team with their day-to-day activity including reaction preparation and work-up
• Material Processing: support the team in activities related to material processing, including milling and drying, as well as the associated analytics such as PSD and resistivity
• Independent Analysis: work independently on tasks to understand properties of sorbent materials and support the team in improving analytical methods
• Validation & Reporting: validate, troubleshoot, and clearly document your work to communicate effectively with stakeholders across Climeworks and support larger project goals

• You have completed your apprenticeship in chemistry OR your bachelor’s and/or working towards a master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or related field
• You are available for a 6-month internship with start date preferably in January 2025 or shortly thereafter
• You enjoy working hands-on in the laboratory, and you have some classroom or other experience with any of the following: characterization of porous materials (BET, Hg porosimetry, TGA, etc.), adsorption characterization (breakthrough testing, DVS, etc.), wet chemistry and polymer synthesis
• You are reliable, motivated and eager to learn new concepts, skills, and tools that you might need to complete your assignments. You are solution-oriented concise and cooperative, with a structured working style
• You are fluent in English
• knowledge of German or other languages is beneficial but not required

knowledge of German or other languages

• hybrid work setup
• standardized salary process based on market benchmarks