Position Purpose

This position requires an articulate, proactive individual who can work independently as well as with other members of the ICM team. The intern will work in the technology development scientist group, shadowing lab research associates and scientists. This is a hands-on opportunity to work as part of a cross-disciplinary team made up of engineers, scientists, and research associates.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

1. Perform basic lab tasks as assigned.
2. Work to understand complex functional situations by paying attention to the details of the tasks at hand.
3. Proactively develop and maintain broad knowledge of the technical disciplines in the functional area.
4. Operate pH meters, water baths, and other laboratory and pilot scale equipment required by the protocol or requested by the supervisor.
5. Keep work area clean and orderly at all times.
6. Follow proper procedures and documentation for waste disposal.
7. Perform timely data entry into common computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, MS Word, and ICM’s LIMS.
8. Perform inventory of general lab supplies.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High school diploma required
• Must be currently enrolled as a student in a public or accredited private academic institution
• Preferably majoring in chemistry, microbiology, chemical engineering, or related technical field

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiar with AutoCAD, MS Project, Procore, and Navisworks preferred
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Skills/Abilities

• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively
• Ability to interact with internal customers with tact and diplomacy
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service focus
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to accomplish necessary tasks
• Detail-oriented

Physical Activities and Requirements of This Position

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Able to view computer screen for lengths at a time
• Must be able to speak and listen clearly
• Fine visual acuity to read for accuracy
• May be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, or extreme hot and cold depending on weather conditions
• May be required to work in high, precarious places

For more details, please review the ADA questionnaire on file in Human Resources.

Physical Strength

This job may require lifting of up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Intent and Function of Job Descriptions

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. This organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.