Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern - Analytical Chemistry

About the role#

The Analytical Sciences Group at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is seeking an undergraduate intern to support compositional analysis for biomass-derived samples. This role involves working within a team to analyze materials produced from experiments in biofuels and biomaterials, including fermentation, catalysis, and polymer deconstruction. This is a year-round, on-site internship based in Golden, Colorado.

What you'll do#

• Assist senior team members with sample preparation for instrumental analysis.
• Perform analyses using techniques such as liquid chromatography, near-infrared spectroscopy, and elemental analysis.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments.
• Keep accurate, detailed laboratory records with a focus on data traceability.
• Document and report analytical data to the research team.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment as a full-time student in a chemistry, biochemistry, physics, biomedical sciences, or biomedical engineering degree program, or graduation within the past 12 months.
• A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
• Previous experience in instrumental analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and clear record-keeping skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Location & details#

• Location: Golden, Colorado.
• Work Modality: On-site.
• This is a paid, full-time internship position with a rolling term.