Battery Experimental Intern - Summer 2027 - Santa Clara, CA

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan Motor Iberica SA invites applicants for a Battery Experimental Intern in Santa Clara, CA. The Battery Materials & Informatics team combines experimental research, materials informatics, and data analytics to accelerate next‑generation battery technologies for vehicle electrification.

You will design, synthesize, and characterize novel battery materials, assemble and evaluate electrochemical cells, analyze data to reveal structure–property relationships, and present findings through

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or 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.

Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize, and characterize novel battery materials for automotive energy storage applications.
• Assemble and evaluate electrochemical cells using advanced battery testing techniques.
• 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 R&D initiatives.
• Present technical findings and recommendations through reports, presentations, and research discussions.

Skills

Battery materials

Electrochemistry

Energy storage

Analytical skills

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

PhD in Materials Science

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Electrochemistry

PhD in Physics

Tools

XRD

SEM

TEM

XPS

Raman spectroscopy

Electrochemical testing

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

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.

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 Nissan is more than a car company. We are an innovation company. We take the most innovative thinking in the industry and combine it with performance, value, efficiency, safety and style. The result: Cars that thrill you every time you get behind the wheel. With over 150 million vehicles produced globally, Nissan continues with the goal to enrich the lives of our employees and customers alike.