R&D Intern (Catholyte)

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

Job summary

Solid Power in Denver, Colorado is looking for a motivated R&D Intern to enhance their innovative team. This role involves assisting with materials characterization and lab-scale cell builds, specifically focused on all solid-state rechargeable batteries.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in chemistry or related fields and will work 10-15 hours during the Fall and more during the Summer. Experience with laboratory techniques is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Working towards a bachelor's degree, preferably Junior/Senior level.
• Commitment to onsite work 10-15 hours per week during Fall, up to 30 during Summer.
• Experience with characterization techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct materials characterization and perform cell building activities.
• Maintain accurate records and follow standard operating procedures.
• Ensure safe operation of lab equipment.

Skills

Materials characterization

Laboratory safety

Glovebox operation

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

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

Tools

XRD

TGA/DSC

FTIR

PSA

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. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast‑paced, collaborative and innovative team environment. The preferred candidate will be tasked with assisting R&D personnel on characterization of cathode materials and lab‑scale cell builds at our Thornton Colorado location.

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 others.
• Safe operation of various lab equipment including furnaces, glove boxes, and battery testers.
• Conform 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 towards a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, material science, chemical engineering, or a related discipline. Junior/Senior‑level preferred.
• Ability to work in dry room environment, gloveboxes, and chemistry lab.
• The candidate must be able to commit 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 working with gloveboxes, in dry rooms, or in 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.

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 to authorize the release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.

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

The employer is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.

Hourly Compensation

$22-$23/hour

Schedule

10-15 hours per week during the fall semester and >15 hours per week during the summer.

Application Deadline

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