Analytical Chem Intern: Asphalt SARA & Flash Chromatography

The Heritage Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heritage Group is seeking an undergraduate intern to assist the Analytical Research Group. The internship focuses on Flash Chromatography of asphalt and comparative SARA analysis, with the goal of modeling traditional SARA fractions from Flash Chromatography data.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a supervisor, documentation in lab notebooks, and the ability to work on multiple tasks in a laboratory setting while adhering to safety practices and Heritage values.

Qualifications

• Two semesters of General Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Two semesters of Organic Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Two semesters of Quantitative Analysis and Instrumental Analysis and associated laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Guide research direction for projects in collaboration with direct supervisor.
• Demonstrate mechanical ability and fine motor skills.
• Handle multiple tasks and parallel projects.
• Maintain a well-organized workspace.
• Document testing activities in lab notebook.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Contribute to activities aligned with Heritage's core values and skills.

Skills

Lab safety

General chemistry

Organic chemistry

Quantitative analysis

Instrumentation

Team communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Materials Science

Sophomore/Junior status

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The Heritage Group is seeking an undergraduate intern to assist the Analytical Research Group. The internship focuses on Flash Chromatography of asphalt and comparative SARA analysis, with the goal of modeling traditional SARA fractions from Flash Chromatography data.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a supervisor, documentation in lab notebooks, and the ability to work on multiple tasks in a laboratory setting while adhering to safety practices and Heritage values.