Plastic waste contains a variety of valuable and critical raw materials that have often been insufficiently recycled or even lost completely. They often end up in thermal recycling and are thus removed from the economic cycle. Through chemical recycling, especially with the help of a thermochemical process, plastic waste can be recycled as raw material and reused in the chemical industry, thereby conserving fossil raw materials. The Advanced Carbon Conversion Technologies department at the Fraunhofer UMSICHT Institute researches and develops innovative technical solutions to make these raw materials available again for the manufacture of new products. In this way, you will also be making a valuable contribution to conserving our natural resources and avoiding the environmental impact associated with their extraction and waste disposal. During the internship, you will gain insights into the European recycling industry, acquire new knowledge or deepen your existing knowledge of chemical analysis, and gain extensive experience in scientific and project-related work.
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What you contribute
You are studying chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, process engineering, or a comparable subject, and ideally have some initial experience in analytics. Essential for working at our company are an independent approach to work, a hands-on mentality, strong communication skills, good English skills, and confidence in using computer applications. We require enthusiasm and excitement for our topics.
What we offer
We are committed to creating an inspiring working environment in which all employees can develop. To this end, we promote and value the uniqueness of each person and create a culture of respect, openness and appreciation in which everyone is welcome:
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities. Remuneration according to the federal government guidelines for intern salaries.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.
If you have any questions about this position, please contact:
Dr. Volodymyr Palchyk
phone: +49 (0) 9661 8155-480
Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT
www.umsicht-suro.fraunhofer.de
Requisition Number: 77324 Application Deadline:
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