Chemistry & Engineering Co-Op @ Via Separations

Via Separations is a Boston-area startup dedicated to eliminating CO2 emissions from industrial manufacturing processes. In H1 2024, Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market-driven climate technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection of engineering, society, and impact, our team is passionate about making a difference and building the technology and organization to do it. We are a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms, and we are looking to add talented, mission-driven people to our cohort.

We are passionate about global climate impact, optimistic about scientific progress, and unafraid of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage, and drive our mission forward. We embrace the diversity of our team for creative solutions and believe the best ideas come from the intersection of disciplines and perspectives. We want you to join us!

Role Description

You will have the opportunity to join a hard-working and quickly growing team, and have an immediate impact within a young company. This role in the New Applications division of Via’s R&D team will support the development of membranes and membrane processes. You will have the opportunity to take part in the validation of new chemical synthesis and formulation of membrane materials, characterization method development and membrane testing. Day-to-day responsibilities will include cross-functional work with Via Separations’ Engineering team and Advanced Development and Design & Product sub-teams.

Responsibilities include

Characterization of chemical samples using titration, refractometry, spectroscopy, viscometry, tensiometry and thermogravimetric analysis.
Independent operation of membrane test equipment for the evaluation of energy-efficient chemical separations.
Synthesis of functionalized nanoparticles for improved performance in chemical separations.
Documentation of experimental methods and results in lab notebook.
Summarization and discussion of experimental results in reports and internal team updated meetings.
Ability to work on a full-time basis from January - June 2025.

The ideal candidate will have most if not all of the following

Coursework in chemistry, physics or chemical engineering
Demonstrated hands-on project experience (coursework, extracurricular, and/or leisure).
Passion for learning and willingness to ask questions.
Willingness to accept tasks with limited direction and oversight.
Strong ability to manage time and quickly shifting priorities
A desire to be independent and lead projects
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and with long-term projects
A clear interest in sustainability
US work authorization is required for this role

At Via, we value and prioritize diversity of thought, access, and experiences, and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Chemistry & Engineering Co-Op

Spring 2025

Via Separations

Responsibilities include

The ideal candidate will have most if not all of the following

6 month growth

1 year growth

2 year growth

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