Intern in Sorbent Development (80-100%)

• Sorbent Development: Support the research and development of new sorbent materials for capturing CO2 from air.
• Sorbent synthesis & characterization: Work encompasses synthetic chemistry (organic and polymer), characterization and testing of sorbent materials, analyzing test results, and deriving conclusions for further development.
• Data analytics: Combine fundamental understanding of chemistry with data analytics.
• Larger context: Understand the impact of the developed materials on the overall direct air capture process.

This role contributes to developing materials for Direct Air Capture technology, which accelerates the global transition to net zero by providing high-quality carbon removal solutions.

• Education/qualifications: Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or Interdisciplinary Sciences.
• Work experience: Hands-on experience in working in a chemical laboratory and have completed academic or industrial research projects.
• Technical expertise: Deep knowledge of chemistry to solve real-world challenges.
• Social competences: Team player with the ability to work in cross-functional teams and thrive in a start-up atmosphere with frequently changing circumstances.
• Language: Business fluent in English.

• Compensation: For internships based in Switzerland: During BSc & MSc: CHF 2,000 per month; After completion of MSc: CHF 2,500 per month.
• Culture: Inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, dynamic purpose-driven team, start-up atmosphere.