Intern - Materials Engineering

Lyten; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick time

401K

Employee relocation plan

Job summary

Lyten in San Jose, California is looking for a motivated individual to develop analytical techniques for battery electrolytes. As a senior student or graduate in Chemistry, you will have the chance to operate advanced lab equipment and analyze critical data in a supportive team.

This role offers a competitive hourly pay range of $25.00 to $32.00, along with additional perks such as healthcare, bonuses, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Senior-year bachelor’s student or enrolled in a graduate program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Experience working in wet laboratories and using laboratory equipment to collect and analyze data.
• Curious, humble, and willing to learn with a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical and electrochemical techniques to characterize battery electrolytes.
• Operate various analytical instruments and make robust measurements.
• Analyze data using statistical techniques and document results.

Skills

Analytical and electrochemical techniques

Statistical data analysis

Wet laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate student in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical and electrochemical techniques to characterize battery electrolytes and establish electrolyte property – cell performance relationships.
• Operate a variety of analytical and electrochemical instruments using established SOPs and make robust, reliable measurements.
• Analyze data using statistical techniques and carefully document results.
• Survey the literature to identify relevant techniques and contextualize work.
• Regularly communicate status of work assignments, timelines for completion, issues with equipment, and results to the wider team.
• Observe all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment.
• Be a self-starter and work independently with a can‑do attitude.

Requirements

• Senior‑year bachelor’s student or enrolled in a graduate program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Experience working in wet laboratories and using laboratory equipment and instrumentation to collect and analyze data.
• Curious, humble, and willing to learn. Safety‑first mindset.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 20–30 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 5 hours.

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is between $25.00 and $32.00 per hour. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier‑based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, and employee relocation plan (if applicable).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.