Research & Development Intern

Veoliaenvironnementsa; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia's R&D Internship offers hands-on experience in laboratory analysis and pilot plant data acquisition for evaporation and crystallization processes. You will collaborate with Research Engineers and Research Chemists to execute experimental protocols and meet quality and schedule goals.

The role emphasizes documenting results, developing protocols, and data interpretation, with opportunities to contribute to process optimization while building strong scientific writing and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Must have completed junior year prior to internship start date.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and contribute to team and department projects.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks at hand.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow laboratory safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Support: Assist Research Engineers and Research Chemists in conducting laboratory analysis and pilot plant data acquisition for evaporation and crystallization processes
• Equipment Monitoring: Monitor and maintain laboratory testing equipment, ensuring proper operation and data integrity
• Data Collection & Analysis: Obtain, organize, and analyze experimental data
• Engineering Calculations: Perform engineering design calculations related to research findings and process optimization under the guidance of experienced Research Engineers
• Protocol Development: Assist in developing, documenting, and validating laboratory test protocols and standard operating procedures
• Documentation: Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks, project records, and technical documentation
• Quality Assurance: Validate that all experimental data, test results, and technical documentation are completely and accurately recorded and consistent
• Team Collaboration: Communicate findings and observations effectively with Research Engineers, Research Chemists, and cross-functional teams through written reports and verbal updates
• Project Support: Assist with project issue resolution related to experimental design, testing, and data interpretation
• General Support: Assist with additional research-related tasks as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Junior year completed

Job description

What your day might look like:

The R&D Intern participates in laboratory analysis and pilot plant data acquisition for various types of evaporation and crystallization processes. As part of the Research & Development team, you will work with Research Engineers and Research Chemists executing experimental protocols, meeting quality and schedule goals, and ensuring research objectives are achieved. You will work on projects from the initial concept phase, through laboratory testing, data analysis, and protocol development.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Laboratory Support: Assist Research Engineers and Research Chemists in conducting laboratory analysis and pilot plant data acquisition for evaporation and crystallization processes
• Equipment Monitoring: Monitor and maintain laboratory testing equipment, ensuring proper operation and data integrity
• Data Collection & Analysis: Obtain, organize, and analyze experimental data
• Engineering Calculations: Perform engineering design calculations related to research findings and process optimization under the guidance of experienced Research Engineers
• Protocol Development: Assist in developing, documenting, and validating laboratory test protocols and standard operating procedures
• Documentation: Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks, project records, and technical documentation
• Quality Assurance: Validate that all experimental data, test results, and technical documentation are completely and accurately recorded and consistent
• Team Collaboration: Communicate findings and observations effectively with Research Engineers, Research Chemists, and cross-functional teams through written reports and verbal updates
• Project Support: Assist with project issue resolution related to experimental design, testing, and data interpretation
• General Support: Assist with additional research-related tasks as assigned

Our Ideal Candidate

• Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Must have completed junior year prior to internship start date
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good technical writing and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and contribute to team and department projects
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks at hand
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to follow laboratory safety protocols and procedures

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging, meaningful careers. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation: The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate's knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $20.00-$30.00 USD.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.