Membrane Development Intern

OsmoPure; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

OsmoPure is seeking a Membrane Development Intern to assist in the advancement of water treatment technologies. The role emphasizes hands-on involvement in membrane fabrication, performance testing, and characterization methods to scale up pressure-driven distillation membranes. Ideal candidates are pursuing a relevant degree and possess strong documentation skills, along with a collaborative and communicative approach.

Work hours are flexible, accommodating part-time scheduling during the semester and full-time in summer. Competitive hourly pay of $23-26/hr is offered.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in relevant engineering or chemistry field.
• Experience in membrane development or characterization is a bonus.
• Strong documentation and note-taking skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct membrane fabrication experiments using various techniques.
• Perform membrane performance testing including pressure tolerance.
• Characterize membranes using microscopy and spectroscopy techniques.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for fabrication and testing.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures related to chemicals.

Skills

General chemistry or organic chemistry knowledge

Documentation practices

Collaboration and communication

Interest in organic chemistry and material development

Education

Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, environmental engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

We are hiring a Membrane Development Intern to join our team in creating the future of water treatment. This role will focus on scaling up our pressure-driven distillation membranes by optimizing fabrication methods for full-scale membrane modules, with hands‑on work on thin film composites, membrane characterization, and water treatment performance testing.

What You'll Do

• Conduct membrane fabrication experiments using a variety of fabrication techniques
• Conduct membrane performance testing including pressure tolerance, water permeability, and contaminant rejection
• Characterize membranes using techniques such as electron microscopy, contact angle goniometry, and x‑ray spectroscopy
• Follow, maintain, and develop SOPs for fabrication, characterization, and testing methods to ensure reproducibility and scalability
• Follow safety procedures and MSDS warnings related to hazardous chemicals
• Communicate results to your supervisor and others through written reports and presentations

What You'll Bring

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, environmental engineering, or a related field
• Lecture- and lab-coursework in general chemistry or organic chemistry
• Interest in organic chemistry and material development
• Strong documentation practices and note‑taking skills
• Willingness to learn on the job, ask questions, and be safe
• Collaborative, communicative, and curious; comfortable working in a small, fast‑moving team
• Bonus: experience fabricating and characterizing membranes, thin films, or nanomaterials

How to Apply

• Email: [e-mail]
• CV/Resume (2 page max)
• Cover letter (1 page max) detailing the following: relevant laboratory experience, skills you bring to the team to support our work, and motivation for working at an early‑stage startup solving critical water challenges

Compensation & Schedule

• Hourly Pay: $23-26/hr
• Weekly Schedule: 30-40 hrs/week during normal business hours
• Start Date: As early as late March, with more flexibility for part‑time work during the semester and increased hours during the summer

Location

SEEL Building on CU Boulder's East Campus

At OsmoPure Technologies, we are working toward addressing global water scarcity by developing advanced materials for sustainable water treatment. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a diverse team that reflects the people and communities we hope to serve with our revolutionary technology.

OsmoPure Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.