Materials Engineer Intern (12 months)

Schlumberger Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited in Cambridge invites applications for an internship in Membrane Materials Development within the Enabling Materials program. The project is experimental and lab-based, focusing on membrane materials preparation, permeation testing, and characterization.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team of scientists, carry out experiments, analyze data, and contribute to technical reports while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Oral and written communication skills in English.
• Good motivation, autonomy, teamwork, and ingenuity.
• Good fundamental laboratory skills.
• Basic data analysis skills (e.g. Excel).

Responsibilities

• Planning and carrying out experimental work, ensuring labs meet Health & Safety standards.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental datasets.
• Participating in regular meetings to discuss project progress.
• Writing technical reports and presenting to peers.
• Assisting with laboratory housekeeping.

Skills

English communication

Education

Bachelors in Chemistry

Bachelors in Materials Science

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

IT & Digital Technology, Engineering and Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Logistics

Project Title: Membrane Materials Development

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.

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Location:

Cambridge, UK

SLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB’s global network of research and engineering centres.SCR is a dynamic,multidisciplinaryenvironment 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:

We have an internship vacancy within the ‘Enabling Materials’ programm, in the area of membrane materials development. The project will involve preparation of membrane materials and permeation testing, along with associated chemical and mechanical characterization. Techniques may include differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric analysis, Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, gas chromatography, and mechanical testing.

The work will primarily be experimental and lab-based, involving carrying out experiments as well as performing the analysis and interpretation of the experimental data. You will work within a team of scientists as an integrated part of the team working on an ongoing research project.

Responsibilities:

• Planning and carrying out experimental work, ensuring that laboratories activities are kept within Health & Safety standards and guidelines.
• Analysing and interpreting experimental datasets.
• Participating in regular meetings to discuss project progress.
• Writing technical reports and presenting to peers.
• Assisting with the laboratory housekeeping.

Requirements:

• Studying a Bachelors in Chemistry, Materials science, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline
• Oral and written communication skills in English
• Good motivation, autonomy, teamwork, and ingenuity
• Good fundamental laboratory skills
• Basic Data Analysis skills (e.g. Excel)

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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We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

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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.

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