Battery Experimental Intern Summer 2027 Santa Clara CA

Nissan USA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Nissan USA invites applications for a Battery Experimental Intern in Santa Clara, CA. The program focuses on developing next-generation battery materials through synthesis, characterization, and data-driven analysis. You will work with multidisciplinary teams spanning materials science, electrochemistry, and AI.

The role emphasizes hands-on experimentation, collaboration, and communicating results, with opportunities to contribute to publishable research in a fast-moving mobility program.

Qualifications

• PhD student in Materials Science, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in battery materials, electrochemistry, energy storage, or related technologies.
• Experience with synthesis, characterization, and electrochemical testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize, and characterize novel battery materials for automotive energy storage applications.
• Assemble and evaluate electrochemical cells using advanced testing techniques.
• Perform structural, chemical, and morphological characterization of battery materials with analytical tools.
• Analyze data to relate structure to performance and extract insights.
• Collaborate with computational researchers and AI experts to accelerate battery R&D.
• Present findings through reports and discussions.

Skills

Battery materials

Electrochemistry

Materials synthesis

Data analysis

Education

PhD in Materials Science or related

Tools

XRD

SEM

TEM

XPS

Raman spectroscopy

Job description

Location(s): Santa Clara, CA
Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program
Degree Level: PhD Level Students
Preferred Degree: Materials Science & Engineering, Electrochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Energy Storage, Battery Science, or related field

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a Battery Experimental Intern to join our team in Santa Clara, CA. The Battery Materials & Informatics team combines experimental research, materials informatics, computational modeling, and data analytics to accelerate the development of next-generation battery technologies.

This internship provides the opportunity to work alongside leading researchers focused on advancing battery materials and energy storage solutions that support vehicle electrification and future mobility.

As a Battery Experimental Intern, you will contribute to cutting-edge research by designing, synthesizing, characterizing, and evaluating advanced battery materials while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams working at the intersection of materials science, electrochemistry, data science, and AI.

A Day in the Life:

• Design, synthesize, and characterize novel battery materials for automotive energy storage applications.
• Assemble and evaluate electrochemical cells using advanced battery testing techniques and methodologies.
• Perform structural, chemical, and morphological characterization of battery materials using a variety of analytical tools.
• Analyze experimental data to identify structure-property-performance relationships and generate actionable insights.
• Collaborate with computational materials scientists, AI researchers, and experimental teams to accelerate battery research and development initiatives.
• Present technical findings and recommendations through reports, presentations, and research discussions.

Who We’re Looking For:

Required:

• Must be currently pursuing a PhD degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Research experience in battery materials, electrochemistry, energy storage systems, or related technologies.
• Hands-on experience with materials synthesis, characterization techniques, and electrochemical testing methods.
• Strong understanding of electrochemistry, materials chemistry, and battery fundamentals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite in Santa Clara, CA.

Preferred :

• Experience with lithium-ion batteries, next-generation battery chemistries, or advanced energy storage technologies.
• Familiarity with materials characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, or related methods.
• Experience analyzing large scientific datasets and correlating material properties with performance metrics.
• Interest in combining experimental research with computational modeling and AI-driven materials discovery.
• Publication, conference presentation, or other demonstrated research achievements.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan’s rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership trainings.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Santa Clara California United States of America