Graduate Intern - Research & Development

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Remote work

Hands-on experience

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a bright Graduate Intern to join its Research & Development team, working remotely from New Zealand. You'll assist with experiments, data analysis, literature reviews, and prototype development under experienced researchers.

This internship offers mentorship, hands-on experience with advanced methodologies, and the chance to explore future career paths in research and innovation, all from home.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field.
• Strong academic record and interest in research and development.
• Basic laboratory or technical skills relevant to the field.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior researchers in conducting experiments and data collection.
• Perform literature reviews on specific topics.
• Analyze data and help interpret findings.
• Develop and test prototypes or experimental setups.
• Document procedures, results, and observations.
• Collaborate with the remote R&D team on project tasks.

Skills

Data analysis

Literature reviews

Experiment support

Prototype development

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

Lab techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a bright and inquisitive Graduate Intern to join their Research & Development team, operating remotely. This internship provides an unparalleled opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain practical experience in a cutting-edge R&D environment, contributing to innovative projects from the comfort of their home. You will work alongside experienced researchers and scientists, assisting with experiments, data analysis, literature reviews, and prototype development. This role is perfect for someone eager to apply academic learning in a real-world setting and explore potential career paths within research and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior researchers in conducting experiments and collecting data.
• Perform literature reviews to gather information on specific research topics.
• Analyze research data and contribute to the interpretation of findings.
• Help in the development and testing of prototypes or experimental setups.
• Document research procedures, results, and observations accurately.
• Collaborate effectively with the remote R&D team on project tasks.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering).
• Strong academic record and a demonstrable interest in research and development.
• Basic laboratory or technical skills relevant to the field of study.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Stipend/internship salary and potential for future employment opportunities.
• Gain valuable hands-on research experience.
• Exposure to advanced research methodologies and technologies.
• Mentorship from leading professionals in the R&D field.
• A flexible and collaborative remote work experience.