QA/QC Intern (NYSERDA-Funded Opportunity)

QA/QC Intern

Location: Pearl River, NY

Job Type: Internship (Part-Time / Full-Time, depending on availability)

Urban Electric Power is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented QA/QC Intern to support our Quality Assurance/Quality Control team in battery electrode manufacturing and testing operations. This role provides hands-on experience in quality systems, data collection, and laboratory-based inspections within an innovative clean energy startup environment. Minimal prior experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided.

Eligibility:

Must be current or former New York State residents who are attending, or have recently (within 12 months) attended, a college or university, with residency established before the internship starts.

Funding Source:

This position is supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)

About Urban Electric Power

Urban Electric Power (UEP) is commercializing zinc anode rechargeable battery technology. Made from environmentally sustainable materials used in disposable alkaline batteries, UEP's technology delivers enhanced performance, extended lifetime, and low cost. Founded in 2012, UEP is headquartered at its pilot manufacturing and battery testing facility in Pearl River, New York.

Key Responsibilities

The QA/QC Intern will assist the QA/QC engineering team with the following activities:

• Data Collection & Quality Documentation
• Support data collection during electrode coating processes.
• Assist QA/QC engineers with Quality Management System (QMS) documentation, recordkeeping, and audit preparation.
• Electrode Quality Inspection
• Perform QA checks on electrodes for dimensional measurements and visual defects.
• Apply established pass/fail acceptance criteria and document inspection results accurately.
• Failure Analysis & Dissection Support
• Assist with cut-open dissection analysis of battery cells and electrodes.
• Capture photographs and record structured observations to support root cause and quality investigations.
• Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) Development
• Aid in determining and refining next-generation Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) parameters for electrodes and cells through data review, measurements, and engineering collaboration.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college or a recent graduate in engineering (chemical engineering is a plus), chemistry, materials science, data science, or a related technical field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedure (SOPs).
• Comfortable working with measurements, spreadsheets, and basic data recording.
• Interest in quality systems, manufacturing, and clean energy technologies.
• New York State residency required (per NYSERDA funding guidelines).
• Experience in battery technology or manufacturing is a plus

Candidate Requirements (Application Materials)

Applicants must submit the following materials as part of their application:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Documentation of New York State Residency Acceptable documents include one of the following:

• New York State driver's license
• Cell phone bill
• Lease agreement
• Mail addressed to a New York State address

• Transcript (Official or Unofficial) Required for current students or recent graduates. Transcript must clearly include:

• Applicant's name
• School or university name
• Semester or enrollment dates

Please obscure or black out any identification numbers, account numbers, or other sensitive personal information before submitting documentation.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in QA/QC practices within battery and energy storage manufacturing.
• Exposure to real-world quality management systems (QMS) and audit processes.
• Mentorship from experienced QA/QC engineers.
• Opportunity to contribute to an NYSERDA-funded clean energy initiative supporting sustainable technology development.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Urban Electric Power is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.