Organics R&D Intern - Biochar PilotNew

Organics R D Intern - Biochar Pilot Louisville, Colorado AMP is ing AI-powered sortation at scale to modernize the world's recycling infrastructure and maximize the value in waste. AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase resource recovery, and deliver more reliable operations. With hundreds of deployments across North America, Asia, and Europe, AMP's technology offers a transformational solution to waste sortation and changes the fundamental economics of recycling. Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the Denver Post and BuiltIn Colorado have recognized AMP as one of the state's top workplaces. AMP has operations and career opportunities outside of Atlanta, Cleveland, Portsmouth, Virginia, and Europe. We're fostering an environment w passionate individuals can grow and create impact. We seek unconventional thinkers to join our mission to enable a world without waste; at AMP, your contributions have meaning and can spur change. With backing from top-tier investors and national recognition including North American Cleantech Company of the Year, we're always seeking ways to better our operations, raising the bar on innovation, and looking to collaborate and improve in what we do. Learn more at AMPSortation. We're looking for a hands-on Organics R D Intern to support testing and development of a biochar pilot system processing MSW,anics, and biomass. This is a field + lab role focused on running tests, collecting high-quality data, and helping develop new methods for handling variable waste streams. This internship will begin June 1st, 2026, and conclude August 21st, 2026. You'll work directly with engineers and operators on real hardware, real materials, and real problems. What You'll Do Test Execution & Operations Assist in executing test plans on high-temperature biochar systems Support system startups, shutdowns, and operations under supervision Prepare, stage, and feed MSW,anics, biomass, and pyrolysis materials Maintain a clean,anized pilot and lab environment Present test results clearly to internal stakeholders R D, Sampling & Lab Work Develop and prototype new test methods and sampling procedures Collect, label, and track samples and material properties Monitor variability in feedstocks and its impact on performance Build simple test fixtures and sampling tools as needed Develop and follow standardized procedures for repeatability Data Collection & Documentation Record operational data and observations during test runs Maintain accurate logs of conditions, materials, and oues Organize and analyze data using Excel Identify and flag anomalies or inconsistencies General Support Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, and prep Support troubleshooting through detailed observation and data Operate with a strict safety-first mindset around waste streams and high-temperature systems What We're Looking For Required Pursuing or recentlypleted a degree in engineering, environmental science, chemistry, or related field Comfortable working in a hands-on industrial environment (not just a desk role) Strong attention to detail in data collection and documentation Willingness to work with MSW,anics, and variable waste materials Ability to follow procedures consistently and safely Basic proficiency in CAD tools Familiarity with technical research and reading scientific literature Strong safety-first mindset Ability to travel Why This Role Work on real pilot-scale systems and real waste streams Gain hands-on experience in climate tech and industrial R D High ownership and exposure in a fast-moving startup environment Working Location(s):

Louisville, CO Travel Requirements:

None Schedule:

Mon - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM Overtime not available

Hourly Rate Information:

 $25/hr. No Overtime