Research Intern - Operations and Collaboratives at GTI Energy

Posted in Engineering 3 days ago.

Type: Part-Time
Location: Des Plaines, Illinois





Job Description:

GTI Energy is a leading technology development organization. Our trusted team works to scale impactful solutions that shape energy transitions by leveraging gases, liquids, infrastructure, and efficiency. We embrace systems thinking, innovation, and collaboration to develop, scale, and deploy the technologies needed for low-carbon, low-cost energy systems. Fostering a positive and respectful work culture that promotes growth, collaboration, and opportunity, our 18-acre headquarters is home to state-of-the-art labs and facilities where scientists, engineers, program managers, trainers, and other professionals take a multidisciplinary approach to problem solving. We are proud of what we do because our work matters. GTI Energy is focused on solving global energy challenges in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. We have a proven track record in producing creative and important intellectual property and commercializing solutions to deliver safe, clean, and reliable energy. At GTI Energy, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives, economies, and the environment. At GTI Energy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility (DEI&A) is not only an important business priority, but it is also deeply rooted in our culture and values and something we celebrate every day. GTI Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We offer generous benefits, competitive salaries, enticing incentives, career advancement, and the opportunity to work in a professional R&D environment committed to purposeful work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General Summary

GTI Energy has an opportunity for an Intern that will assist in the execution of various research projects in our Low Carbon Energy Solutions group. The qualified candidate will assist with research, data analysis, and project development. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in hydrogen storage and support research efforts that drive real-world applications in clean energy infrastructure.

 

Why GTI Energy?

GTI Energy offers generous benefits, competitive salaries, career advancement, and the opportunity to work in a professional R&D environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud of what we do because our work matters. GTI Energy is working toward solving global energy challenges in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. We have a proven track record in producing innovative ideas and commercializing solutions to deliver clean and reliable energy. At GTI Energy, we deliver innovative technology solutions for safe, efficient, and responsible energy.

So, what does that mean for you? You will work in a positive and respectful work culture that fosters growth, collaboration, and opportunity. You will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits, while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement of delivering clean energy to the world.

Work Location

The position will be based in the Chicagoland area at the GTI Energy Headquarters. While local candidates are preferred, GTI Energy does provide seasonal housing assistance for the right candidate.

Primary Responsibilities


  • Conduct market research related to emerging technology demonstrations that could impact or improve hydrogen market dynamics and infrastructure needs.

  • Support development and analysis of technical documentation, research reports, and data visualizations.

  • Assist with data collection and analysis from lab experiments and simulation studies related to underground storage research.

  • Assist with literature searches on new technologies and contribute to data gathering and GIS mapping.

  • Assist with geologic and infrastructure modeling tasks, data integration, and analysis.

  • Assist in the development of tools and templates to drive increased engagement with collaboratives stakeholders.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics


  • Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with data analysis tools

  • A proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and an interest in clean energy technologies and research

 

Education and Experience


  • Undergraduate/Graduate actively enrolled in a curriculum focused on Engineering, Geosciences, Data Science, or a related technical field preferred

  • Knowledge of subsurface modeling and analysis (reservoir engineering, geological modeling) is a plus

 

What We Offer:


  • Hands-on experience working on impactful projects at the forefront of clean energy infrastructure and hydrogen storage.

  • Mentorship and collaboration opportunities with industry experts and multidisciplinary teams.

  • A collaborative environment that fosters learning, innovation, and professional development.

 

Pay Transparency

The pay range for this position is $17 - $28 USD per hour. This pay range is GTI Energy’s good faith estimate, and the actual pay may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, GTI Energy’s business or organizational needs and an individual’s relevant experience, education, qualifications, certifications, skills, seniority, geographic location, and/or performance. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus. The range listed is just one component of GTI Energy’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, paid time off, and region-specific benefits.

 

EEO Statement

GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment.  If you require any accommodation, please e-mail us at HumanResources@gti.energy and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and give consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information.

Skills


Required


  • Data Analysis

  • Data Acquisition

  • Laboratory Techniques

  • Energy Infrastructure

  • Emerging Technologies

  • Hydrogen

  • Research Skills


Preferred


  • Renewable Energy Systems

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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