R&D Intern – Process & Applications Engineering (Water Treatment)

Job Title: R&D Intern – Process & Applications Engineering (Water Treatment) Internship Period: August – December 2026 Location: 1 Cleantech Loop #03-05, Singapore 637141 Job Summary The intern will support the Applications and Process Engineering team in developing, testing, and optimizing wastewater treatment solutions for municipal, industrial, and specialized clients. This role provides hands-on exposure to physical, chemical, and advanced treatment technologies, including coagulation-flocculation, membrane systems (UF/NF/RO), oxidation processes (AOP/Fenton), and zero liquid discharge (ZLD). The intern will be involved in lab-scale experiments, data analysis, and proposal preparation to deliver technically sound and sustainable treatment solutions that meet regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Process Support Assist in characterization of wastewater samples (e.g., COD, TSS, pH, TOC, conductivity, and ions) Support bench-scale and pilot-scale experiments for coagulation, oxidation, adsorption, and membrane filtration Collect and interpret performance data to evaluate treatment efficiency Design & Documentation Prepare process flow diagrams (PFDs), mass balance calculations, and preliminary process designs Draft technical reports, test summaries, and proposal inputs for client applications Maintain experimental records, reagent inventories, and sample logbooks Analytical & Laboratory Work Operate laboratory instruments (e.g., TOC analyzer, IC, pH meter) Support sample preparation for advanced analyses such as LC-MS/MS or ICP-OES (if applicable) Requirements Background in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related disciplines Knowledge in mass transport, membrane separation, and inorganic/organic chemistry is an advantage Experience in water chemistry or water testing is a plus What We’re Looking For Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks Strong communication and presentation skills Curious, proactive, and eager to learn Strong interest in water and wastewater treatment Comfortable working in a semi-autonomous environment