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

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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

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:

https://forms.gle/GEDhw8f2MdkM6MTS6

Important Guidelines:

in your own words

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• Your answers will be discussed in the live interview if shortlisted.

20-30

Application Deadline:

Let’s build a future where waste becomes resource—and innovation powers sustainability.