Research & Development Intern (Chemistry/Metallurgy)

At Uplift,we’reon a mission to enable clean and low-cost productionof metals used in turbines, batteries, and lightweight structural materialsusing our patent-pendingchemical recyclingdevice. By updating decades-old metallurgical processes with the latest advances in electrochemical membrane technology,we’reincreasing the accessibility of electric vehiclesand other clean technologiesfrom the ground up.Specifically, we arebuildingelectrochemical membranedevices to regenerate acids and bases from brine streamsfor the integration intohydrometallurgical flow sheets.Conventional processesdo not recycleacids, butrather neutralizethem in carbon-emitting reactions that produce solid waste streams.The industry-leading energyefficienciesof our devices and their avoidance of hazardous gas byproductsenable a revolution inthe production ofcriticalmetals includingrare earth elements,zinc, and magnesium. We are seeking an intern toassistin our minerals processingand extractive metallurgyresearch and development.We believe diversity makes us stronger. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this role. Whatyou’lldo We are looking for you to: Prepare rock samples for analysis of chemical composition by mass spectrometry using mills, sieves,furnacesand other chemistry equipment. Separate minerals by magnetism and density. Perform experiments to assess rates ofmetalsleaching from rocks. Analyze and interpret experimental results and analytical data to evaluate processperformance,identifytrends, and recommend modifications. Requirements Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering,Materials Science,Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Metallurgy, or related fields. Comfortable working in an onsite laboratory environment. Demonstrated safety-first mindset and commitment to safety laboratory practices. Nice-to-have Prior experience working in a chemistry, materials, environmental, or chemical engineering laboratory. Knowledge of hazardous material handling, storage, and laboratory waste management. Experience conducting literature searches and preparing technical literature summaries. Familiar with data analysis software such as Excel, Origin, MATLAB, Python, or similar tools. Experience with laboratory analytical techniques and instrumentationsuch astitration, inductively coupled plasmamass spectrometry or atomic emission spectrometry, X-Ray diffraction. Previousinternship, co-op, or industry experience in research, manufacturing, process development, or engineering environment. Our values– The Uplift Way Peoplefirst Extraordinary people achieve extraordinary results. We strive to recruit and empower diverse teams because perspective brings strength. We take care of ourselves, our colleagues, our customers, and our communities. Always raising the bar We take pride in delighting our customers and partners. To be the best team we can be, we value constructivelydisagreeing, then committing, and adapting as needed. In our continuous pursuit of excellence, we celebrate successes and normalize good-faith stumbles along the way. Bias towards action In the race against climate change, we weigh risks of action against risks of inaction.Many decisions are reversible and do not need exhaustive priorstudy. We encourage calculated risk taking. Compensation Target compensation for this position isbetween$20/hrand $40/hrdepending on experience level. Internsgenerally donot have access to company benefits (healthcare, 401(k)). #J-18808-Ljbffr Uplift Geosystems, LLC