Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) · 20 hours ago
Intern - Materials Science
Dallas, TX, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $22/hrEngineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is a company specializing in engineering solutions, and they are seeking an Intern in Materials Science. The role involves providing technical support, assisting with laboratory operations, and completing a research project by the end of the internship.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with staff to learn equipment operations and testing techniques
Demonstrate mastery of key laboratory techniques including:
Photographic documentation of artifact samples
Digital optical microscopy
Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Energy Dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy (EDS)
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Laser Scanning
X-Ray Radiography and Computed Tomography (CT)
Metallographic sample preparation and machine shop tools
Support investigative evidence inspections in the laboratory and/or field
Prepare and review technical, project-related data packages and reports with consultants
Assist in non-project related analyses to support laboratory development and/or research topics
Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and address client needs
Communicate scientific findings in oral and written presentations
Qualification
Required
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in collaborative teams
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate skills with office productivity software
Strong laboratory skills and aptitude, with awareness of safety in a laboratory environment
Completion of academic courses applicable to investigative methods and laboratory sciences
Pursuing a bachelor's degree related to engineering with strong chemistry and/or materials emphasis. Must have completed at least Freshman year
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Must be able to travel for trips of up to three days in length
Internships with ESi are expected to be full-time, 40-hours per week, from Monday to Friday (Business hours are from 8am-5pm)
If you are also enrolled in college – we require that you take no more than 2 classes during your employment semester with ESi and are able to work a minimum of 32 hours per week
Preferred
Hands-on experience with microscopy and photography
Familiarity with analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, and/or materials science testing methods and data analysis
Use of chemistry, chemical engineering, and/or materials science methodology to solve problems
Ability to prepare technical reports
Major in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or similar Scientific or Engineering Field
3.30 GPA or higher, preferred
Company
Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi)
Engineering Systems is an engineering company specializing in engineering and scientific investigation services.
Founded in 1987
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matthew Dick
Head of Rail Strategy & Development
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