Intern - Spray Drying Process

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Position:

This internship supports the development of spray drying processes for pigments and related materials. This role will focus on improving process efficiency, reducing cycle time, and enabling scalable material processing. The intern will work closely with a technical mentor on a defined project with clear deliverables.

Responsibilities:

Conduct spray drying experiments to establish baseline conditions Optimize process parameters (e.g., temperature, feed rate, atomization) Characterize material properties (particle size, morphology, dispersibility) Compare spray-dried materials with wet-processed materials Document results, analyze data, and summarize findings Present results and recommendations at the end of the internship

Qualifications:

Pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field Experience with spray drying or similar unit operations Familiarity with particle characterization techniques (e.g., DLS, TGA, Zeta potential, SEM etc.) Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, jmp, Python, etc.) GPA of 3.0 or higher Hands-on laboratory experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits:

The anticipated base pay for this position is $30-40 per hour, DOE, for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Medical plan that begins on the first day 401k Plan Participation Intern Time Off Courses/classes at E Ink University Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. E Ink is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. E Ink is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, identity, sexual orientation, veteran's status, disability, age, or on any basis prohibited by federal and state law. Our diverse employees, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. E Ink is committed to protecting the privacy of its employees and candidates for employment. Pursuant to the California Privacy Rights Act, please see our E Ink Corporation CPRA Notice at Collection and E Ink Corporation California Resident Privacy Policy Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.