R&D Intern (Catholyte)

Solid Power, Inc.; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 30,307 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Solid Power, Inc. is seeking an R&D Intern to assist in developing next‑generation solid-state batteries. The intern will conduct materials characterization, perform cell building activities, and maintain lab safety protocols in a collaborative work environment.

The role requires a junior or senior pursuing a degree in chemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering. The position offers hourly compensation between $22 and $23, aiming for 10–15 hours in the fall and over 15 hours in the summer.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor's degree in relevant field, junior/senior level preferred.
• Experience in a dry-room environment and chemistry labs.
• Hands-on experience in glove boxes, dry rooms, or wet chemical labs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct materials characterization and perform cell building activities.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of experimentation.
• Adhere to all safety precautions and protocols.

Skills

Materials characterization

Analytical techniques (XRD, TGA/DSC, FTIR, PSA)

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering

Tools

Lab equipment (furnaces, glove boxes)

Job description

Position Overview

Solid Power is seeking a R&D Intern to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next‑generation, all‑solid‑state rechargeable batteries. The preferred candidate will assist R&D personnel in the characterization of cathode materials and in lab‑scale cell builds at our Thornton, Colorado location. The role requires a dynamic, fast‑paced, collaborative, and innovative work environment.

Job Duties

• Conduct materials characterization and perform cell building activities under the guidance of scientists.
• Perform basic materials characterization including XRD, TGA/DSC, FTIR, PSA, and other analytical techniques.
• Operate safe lab equipment such as furnaces, glove boxes, and battery testers.
• Adhere to all safety precautions and protocols.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of all conducted experimentation.
• Clean and organize common equipment and lab areas.
• Document and follow standard operating procedures.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related discipline; junior/senior level preferred.
• Experience working in a dry‑room environment, glove boxes, and chemistry labs.
• Commitment to 10–15 hours onsite per week during the fall semester and ideally up to 30 hours per week during the summer; this is an onsite role.
• Experience with characterization techniques such as XRD, TGA/DSC, FTIR, PSA is a plus.
• Excellent work ethic and ability to quickly demonstrate independence on routine measurements and procedures.
• Hands‑on experience in glove boxes, dry rooms, or wet chemical labs is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving research and development needs.
• Highly detail‑oriented mindset with an eye toward practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

Compensation and Schedule

Hourly Compensation: $22–$23 per hour.

Schedule: 10–15 hours per week during the fall semester and >15 hours per week during the summer.

Application Deadline

This role will remain posted until a suitable candidate has been identified.

Export Control Requirements

This position requires access to technology, software, and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization, including any required export license or documentation.

Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to facilities in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

The employer is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.

No soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!