Chemical Engineering Intern – Process Development (Drying Technology)

Want to disrupt one of the largest industries in the world? Fortera is a Materials Technology Company headquartered in Silicon Valley focused on paving the way to zero CO2 cement. The technology is inspired by nature and directly converts CO 2 into a replacement for ordinary cement, turning a problem into a product. With over 100,000 hours of RD, 10+ years of real-world product demonstration, and Fortera’s first small commercial plant operational, Fortera is growing the team to commercialize globally. Be on the ground floor of a carbon-to-value movement that will impact millions for generations to come. We are looking for passionate thinkers, doers, and problem-solvers who share our vision that big challenges are big opportunities for change. Visit www.forteraglobal.com for more information. POSITION OVERVIEW : We are seeking a motivated Chemical Engineering student for a hands-on summer internship focused on process development and scale-up of a laboratory-scale drying system. This role provides meaningful exposure to industrial process modeling, applied heat and mass transfer analysis, and the development of scalable operating procedures. The intern will contribute to characterizing material drying behavior through laboratory experimentation and data analysis, with the goal of translating findings to support and inform industrial drying operations. This opportunity is well suited for students with an interest in process engineering, unit operations, scale-up, and the practical application of heat and mass transfer principles in an industrial environment. Location: This is a fully onsite position based at our San Jose office. Applicants should be able to relocate independently, as relocation support is not offered. This internship program is intended for students who will continue their academic studies following the internship and are seeking hands-on experience contributing to real-world engineering projects. RESPONSIBILITIES : Commission and operate a laboratory scale fluidized bed dryer Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)’s Design and execute experimental drying campaigns Generate heat and material balances (HMB)’s Summarize findings and recommendations to RD Process and Engineering leadership MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : 3+ years of study in Chemical Engineering by the start of the internship Internship eligibility: Candidates must be actively enrolled in an engineering degree program at the start of the internship and have at least one academic term (quarter or semester) remaining following the internship period 1+ years of experience in a chemical lab setting Eagerness to learn Willingness to work in a team A “can-do” attitude PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Completion of core chemical engineering coursework, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, transport phenomena, or unit operations Experience preparing and handling inorganic salt solutions Familiarity with analytical techniques including XRD, PSA, SEM, BET, pH measurement, and titration COMPENSATION : The hourly range for this internship is $25.00 - $30.00. Fortera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. ... (truncated, view full listing at source)