Energy & Materials Intern – XRD Advanced Analysis

Tri-global Solutions Group Inc.

Intern in Energy & Materials at TRI focusing on advanced analysis tools for X-Ray diffraction patterns. Collaborate with teams on mixed-metal oxide thin-films and automated workflows.

Posted 6/24/2026internshipLos Altos • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $45 - $65 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Scope the project to align with the core research efforts.
Be the primary driver of the technical plan (e.g., model development, analysis plan) with regular feedback from mentors.
Execute the project using TRI resources.
Present the project’s approach and findings in research meetings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related fields.
Familiar with running tabletop or synchrotron XRD experiments.
2+ years experience in performing Rietveld refinement, bonus if familiar with analyzing different materials classes.
Experience with basic data analysis in Python.
A track record of executing research projects evidenced by journal publications.
Strong communication skills and ability to work and foster collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.
Desire to work on challenging and open-ended research projects.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
paid time off benefits (including holiday pay and sick time)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Rietveld refinementdata analysisPythonXRD experiments

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationinterdisciplinary teamwork

Certifications

PhD in Materials SciencePhD in ChemistryPhD in Physics