Shape the Future of Green Energy with Nel Hydrogen!

Are you passionate about renewable energy and eager to gain hands-on experience in hydrogen technology? Nel Hydrogen is seeking a motivated Summer Intern to join our Technology Department and support the development and characterization of next-generation OER electrodes.

The internship is paid – with a flexible start and end-date around late May/early June to mid/late August. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply!

About the Role

As a Summer Intern, you will support the development of roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing processes by evaluating ink processing conditions and rheology. You will work to optimize ink formulations for alternative catalysts, conduct instrumental analysis, and perform in-cell operational testing. Your work will directly support production release and contribute to fulfilling tasks under a Department of Energy contract.

Key Focus Areas:

• Perform dynamic light scattering characterization
• Measure ink viscosity to evaluate process conditions
• Conduct bench-coating using R&D scale equipment
• Test new electrode compositions at 25 cm² scale
• Perform post-operational analysis to assess degradation and performance

Background and Desired Competencies:

• Undergrad or graduate in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science
• Experience with Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)
• Hands-on experience with electrochemical devices
• Strong skills in test planning and data presentation

What We Can Offer:

✔️ Learning and experience!

✔️ An opportunity to work in a company with a leading position in hydrogen technology

✔️ A visible role with many exciting internal and external interfaces

✔️ The opportunity to work in a global company contributing to the green transition

✔️ A dynamic and highly professional working environment with competent and committed colleagues

The Company has a published Code of Conduct that all employees are expected to follow.

Visas

• Nel will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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