Intern - Chemical Engineering Testing Engineer

General Atomics - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Intern

San Diego, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Undergraduate Intern position at General Atomics offers students in Chemical Engineering the opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional setting. The role involves assisting with pilot plant testing and various tasks related to the supercritical water oxidation technology, contributing to the analysis and documentation of test data under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the performance of pilot plant testing of supercritical water oxidation technology.
• Prepare feed materials and conduct liquid sampling.
• Assist in analytical sample preparation and equipment maintenance.
• Participate in safety training to ensure safe operations.
• Download, prepare, evaluate, and document test data.
• Perform general lifting of materials and equipment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to work under general supervision and follow safety protocols.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with laboratory equipment and analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with data analysis and documentation processes.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a professional engineering environment.
• Opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a leading company.