• Sample Analysis : Perform measurements using analytical equipment such as TGA, water vapor sorption, porosimetry (BET, Hg intrusion), elemental analysis, titrators, and moisture analyzers.

• Calibration & Validation : Calibrate instruments and conduct validations according to recommended schedules.

• Method Development : Assist in developing and optimizing analytical methods on various devices.

• Equipment Maintenance : Troubleshoot issues and perform routine maintenance on analytical equipment.

• Laboratory Organization : Maintain a clean workspace and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the lab.

• Documentation & Compliance : Prepare and maintain SOPs, shutdown procedures, error logs, and other required documentation.

• Lab Relocation Support : Assist in organizing a laboratory move, including creating checklists, inventories, and documentation.

• Instrumentation Setup : Support the setup, installation, and modification of analytical devices and equipment.

• Educational Background : Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in chemistry; materials science or carbon capture focus preferred.

• Technical Familiarity : Exposure to analytical techniques such as those listed (e.g., TGA, sorption, porosimetry) is an advantage.

• Work Style : Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with a strong "go-getter” mindset.

• Health & Safety : Adheres to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

• Language Skills : Fluency in English required.

• Additional Skills : Experience with coding or script writing considered a plus.

Our promise: At Climeworks, you are accepted for who you are, and we are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply – regardless of background, identity, or experience. Studies show that women and individuals from minority backgrounds often only apply for jobs when they meet 100% of the listed criteria. If this sounds like you, don’t hold back. If you think you’d make a great fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t check every single box. Let’s tackle one of humankind’s greatest challenges together.

What we offer:

At Climeworks, our six-month internships offer a hybrid work setup , giving you flexibility while ensuring valuable collaboration by working onsite at least three days per week. To maintain fairness, we follow a standardized salary process based on market benchmarks. For our internships based in Switzerland, the compensation is:

• During BSc & MSc: CHF 2,000 per month

• After completion of MSc: CHF 2,500 per month

Note: We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.