R&D Intern – Process & Applications Engineering (Water Treatment)

Overview

This internship position supports the Applications and Process Engineering division in advancing wastewater treatment technologies tailored for municipal, industrial, and specialized client needs. The role offers practical experience with a variety of treatment methods, including coagulation-flocculation, membrane filtration (UF/NF/RO), advanced oxidation (AOP/Fenton), and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) approaches.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct wastewater sample characterization such as measuring COD, TSS, pH, TOC, conductivity, and ionic content.
• Assist in bench-scale and pilot-scale testing involving coagulation, oxidation, adsorption, and membrane filtration processes.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret treatment performance data to assess efficacy.
• Create process flow diagrams, mass balance computations, and initial process designs.
• Compile technical documentation, including lab reports, test summaries, and client proposal inputs.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records including experimental logs, reagent stock, and sample tracking.
• Operate analytical lab equipment such as TOC analyzers, ion chromatographs, and pH meters.
• Support sample preparation for advanced analytical techniques like LC-MS/MS and ICP-OES, when applicable.

Candidate Profile

• Academic background in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Familiarity with mass transport phenomena, membrane separation processes, and both inorganic and organic chemistry principles is advantageous.
• Experience or knowledge of water chemistry and water quality testing is a benefit.
• Ability to multitask effectively and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment.
• Strong skills in communication and presentation.
• Self-motivated, curious, and enthusiastic about continuous learning.
• Genuine interest in topics related to water and wastewater treatment.
• Capability to operate efficiently with limited supervision.