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Intern in Analytical Chemistry Lab (100%)

Zurich, Switzerland
Ready to join a team of visionaries who is dedicated to solving one of humankind’s greatest challenges?

Get to know Climeworks

Climeworks removes CO₂ from the air to fight global warming and protect future generations to come.

We develop, build and operate direct air capture (DAC) machines which capture CO₂ directly from the air. The captured carbon dioxide is removed from the air by safely storing it underground, permanently.

Founded in 2009 by engineers, Christoph Gebald and Jan Wurzbacher, Climeworks was built with a mission to inspire 1 billion people to remove CO₂ from the air, and is now spearheading the DAC industry globally. It has the world’s largest DAC facility and storage installation in operation and a team of over 450 Climeworkers determined to contribute to a net-zero future.

A true climate pioneer, Climeworks is featured as a TIME100 Influential Company 2022 and Global Cleantech 100 Company 2022, driving a revolutionary technology engineered to solve the most pressing issue of our time.

We foster a dynamic environment and are building a global purpose driven team. We are looking for disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers and inspiring leaders that are ready to take on the world’s greatest challenge.

Will you join us? 

Your mission

Job description

• Your mission at Climeworks is to contribute as a chemistry student or recent graduate seeking an opportunity to be part of our team. You will work in an analytical lab, supported by experienced lab technicians.

• You perform sample measurements on analytical equipment including but not limited to Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), water vapor sorption, porosimetry measurements (BET, Hg intrusion etc.), elemental analysis, titrators, moisture analyzers etc..

• You calibrate analytical equipment and perform instrument validations adhering to recommended schedules.

• You assist in method development on various devices.

• You troubleshoot issues and perform maintenance of analytical equipment.

• You maintain a clean lab workspace and assist in implementing improvements in the lab.

• You maintain required documentation related to laboratory activities (SOPs, shutdown procedures, error logs etc.).

• You assists in organizing and planning a laboratory move (create checklists, inventories, documentation etc.).

• You setup, install and modify analytical instrumentation/devices.

Your story

Requirements

• You are currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in chemistry. Materials science or carbon capture space preferred.

• You have familiarity with some of the listed analytical techniques preferred.

• You are organized, and detail oriented with a go getter attitude.

• You follow and adhere to all HSE requirements.

• You are English fluent.

• Your experience in coding/script writing is a plus.

What we offer: A horizontal organization, a great team, an improvement-oriented approach, and a scale-up venture with an innovative technology. Sounds like you? We are looking forward meeting you! Apply now by filling in the online application form and uploading your complete dossier to our career’s portal: https://www.climeworks.com/careers

 

Our promise: At Climeworks, you are accepted for who you are. As part of our ongoing journey towards creating a diverse and inclusive environment - we encourage everyone to apply! All qualified applicants are considered for positions, so bring along your knowledge, personal experiences, and fresh perspectives, and together we can solve one of humankind’s greatest challenges. We look forward to getting to know you! 

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