About the role#
As an R&D Intern, you will join our laboratory team at the Technology Centre in Trevose, PA. You will focus on Water Services and Industrial Process projects, specifically working with cooling, boiler, wastewater, or industrial process applications. Your work involves using custom laboratory equipment to simulate customer operations, control corrosion, and investigate water treatment approaches.
What you'll do#
- Work with a Veolia researcher to execute a program focused on a specific customer or technology development challenge.
- Conduct experiments to generate data for analysis.
- Review your findings with the researcher to design next-step experiments.
- Document your project and present the final results at the end of your internship.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- 2 to 3 years of college chemistry lab experience.
- Familiarity with wet chemistry and analytical techniques.
- Experience operating laboratory equipment and instruments, plus basic mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Dedication to lab safety and general safety procedures.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Capability to produce quality technical reports.
- Basic knowledge of Google Suite and familiarity with data science concepts.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Trevose, PA.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship with a rolling term.
About Veolia
Veolia operates in the environmental services sector. The company manages water, waste, and energy resources. Its work supports ecological transformation through three business areas. Based in Aubervilliers, France, the company employs over 10,000 people.
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