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Chemistry Research Intern (12 months)
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Job Title
Chemistry Research Intern (12 months) - Starting Summer 2027
Project Title
Soft Matter for Energy Materials
About SLB
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. That is our purpose. As innovators, that has been our mission for 100 years. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. We’re working on that answer. Every day, a step closer.
Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond. For a balanced planet.
Our purpose: Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. You can find out more about us on https://www.slb.com/who-we-are
Location
Cambridge, UK
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SLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB’s global network of research and engineering centres. SCR is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art research and computing facilities. We work on applied research projects in the physical sciences to meet the current and future challenges of the industry.
Description & Scope
You will join the Materials and Energy Systems department and be involved in projects spanning a range of fields including soft matter, interfacial science, surfactant systems and polymer materials. The work will primarily be experimental and will involve application of a range of physico-chemical techniques, both standard and developmental, to study detailed behaviour of these substances and formulations under representative conditions of use.
The majority of the work will be lab-based, carrying out experiments as well as performing the analysis and interpretation of the experimental data. The interns will work within a team of scientists as an integrated part of the team working on on-going research projects. Candidates should be detail oriented, enjoy taking on new challenges and have good writing skills.
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Deliverables
- Planning and carrying out experimental work
- Analysing and interpreting experimental datasets
- Participating in regular meetings to discuss project progress
- Presenting to peers
- Writing technical reports
- Ensuring that laboratories activities are kept within Health & Safety standards guidelines
Qualifications
- Studying towards a Bachelors or Masters in Chemistry, Physical chemistry, Physics or a related discipline
- Good communication skills
- Good fundamental laboratory skills
- Basic data analysis
SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
The recruiting process and the position can be adapted to fit most disabilities, please do not hesitate to mention this when applying.
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