Process & research engineer intern - lithium-ion battery and e-waste recycling

Internship Opportunity: Accelerate the Circular Economy with Novasensa Position: Process & Research Engineer Intern – Lithium-ion Battery and E-waste Recycling Location: On-site (Delhi NCR) Duration: 2–6 months (flexible based on academic schedule) Stipend Provided | Certificate | Pre-Placement Offer Opportunity Who We Are Novasensa is a deep-tech company pioneering the sustainable recycling of lithium-ion batteries and PCBs to extract critical, rare-earth, precious, and other high-value metals from end-of-life electronics. Powered by our proprietary, IP-protected hydrometallurgical process, we enable cost-efficient, high-yield recovery of strategic materials essential for clean energy, EVs, and electronics manufacturing. Our carbon-neutral, closed-loop technology operates with zero air or chemical discharge, making it both ESG-compliant and environmentally non-disruptive. With near-perfect recovery and purity rates, we deliver true circularity and critical mineral security—scaling sustainability with industrial precision, where nothing goes to waste. Why This Internship Is Different Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly support India's clean energy and self-reliance goals. Build Deep-Tech Skills: Work hands-on with cutting-edge green technologies. Mentorship & Exposure: Learn from globally experienced founders (Harvard, Duke, and U. S. startup backgrounds). Growth Path: High-performing interns are considered for full-time opportunities. Collaborative Culture: Join a purpose-driven, agile team building the future of sustainable manufacturing. What You'll Work On As a Process & Research Engineer Intern, you'll gain exposure to real-world research, engineering, and strategic decision-making: Lab & Process Development Support wet lab experiments including leaching, solvent extraction, and recovery Assist in sample prep, testing, and optimization of hydrometallurgical processes Analyze yield and purity to improve process outcomes Data & Documentation Record and evaluate data to support R&D decisions Contribute to process documentation, SOPs, and experiment summaries Present insights to internal teams and advisors Innovation & Team Collaboration Participate in brainstorming and tech reviews with R&D leadership Stay updated with recent literature and research to inform development Contribute ideas in a startup environment where initiative is valued Market & Procurement Research Perform basic research on suppliers, equipment, and pricing for raw materials and lab infrastructure Support vendor outreach and evaluation Compile actionable findings to support procurement decisions Who We're Looking For We want curious minds and passionate builders: Students or recent graduates in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related fields Interested in clean energy, circular economy, deep-tech startups Experience with Simulation Software such as ASPEN, DWSIM, etc. Analytical, driven, and excited by hands-on learning and experimentation Organized and clear in communication—written and verbal Eager to grow in a high-responsibility, high-impact environment What Past Interns Say "I learned more in 8 weeks at Novasensa than an entire semester at university. The lab work, the mentorship, the vision, it's a game-changer." - Former intern, IIT Madras How to Apply Please fill out the application form here: Important Guidelines:
• Answer all questions in your own words , based on your real experiences or reasoning.
• Do not use Chat GPT, Gemini, or other AI tools to generate your responses.
• Your answers will be discussed in the live interview if shortlisted. The form should take approximately minutes to complete. Application Deadline: Rolling basis – early applications will be prioritized. Let's build a future where waste becomes resource—and innovation powers sustainability.

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