2026 Summer Internship

Princeton Nuenergy

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

South Brunswick, New Jersey

In Person

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Responsibilities

Interns will assist with spent battery processing, electrode materials recycling, and electrochemical performance testing. They will also conduct literature reviews, support project management, and share insights through a formal presentation.

Qualifications

You are currently enrolled in high school or the first two years of college and have a strong interest in STEM studies. You are proficient in Microsoft Office suites and are at least 16 years old to operate laboratory equipment safely.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office suites

Job Description

Princeton NuEnergy ("PNE")  stands as a pioneering force in technological innovation for energy materials production. The company's groundbreaking patented technology, rooted in a cutting-edge plasma process, represents a significant leap forward in the production of battery materials. PNE's innovative approach allows for the extraction of valuable resources from various sources, ranging from spent lithium-ion batteries to manufacturing scrap and raw materials. At the heart of PNE's explicit mission is the commitment to providing innovative energy and environmental solutions to the lithium-ion battery (LIB) recycling sector. With a focus on delivering cost-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions, PNE's technology not only contributes to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions but also aligns strongly with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values. PNE is at the forefront of reshaping the landscape of LIB recycling with its advanced and sustainable solutions.

Accepting applications through May 31, 2026. 

As part of our commitment to promoting greater diversity in clean energy technology, we are opening the 2025 Summer Internship and Training program – NuStars to local high school and recent college students to learn about Lithium-ion battery recycling and gain practical knowledge about working in clean tech industry as part of a team.

You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced researchers, scientists, and leaders who will guide you through spent battery processing, electrode materials recycling, electrochemical performance testing, and other aspects of organizational operation development. This will involve reviewing the literature, conducting laboratory experiments, assisting with project management, and observing leadership in meetings. At the end of the program, you will have the chance to recap learnings and share your insights with the team through a formal presentation.

This is a part-time, temporary position. Qualified candidates must commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week, with the possibility of working up to 40 hours weekly, to participate in our planned curriculum, training, and projects. 

The duration of the internship is expected to be 2 to 3 months.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in high school or the first two years of college
  • Able to commute to our lab location
  • Demonstrate a strong career interest in the field of STEM study
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suites
  • Since this internship position involves operating certain laboratory equipment, candidates must be at least 16 years old to meet safety requirements

Princeton NuEnergy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, and local laws.

Princeton Nuenergy

Princeton NuEnergy Inc. (PNE) is an innovative U.S.-based clean-tech company, spun out from Princeton University in 2019, and reaching commercial production in 2023. We are revolutionizing the material supply chain with our patented low-cost process for producing high-quality cathode active materials from spent lithium-ion batteries. We recycle lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles, consumer electronics, energy storage batteries, and manufacturing scrap. Our primary product: directly re-usable Cathode and Anode materials at 99.99% purity – produced at half the cost of virgin material production with zero waste!
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