Internship – PEM fuel cell catalyst ink and electrode preparation

At PowerCell, we develop both fuel cell stacks and systems for various applications. The continuous improvement of efficiency, performance and durability is very important. The core of a proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell is the membrane electrode assembly (MEA) where one of the main components is the catalyst coated membrane (CCM). The CCM electrodes, prepared in a thin film coating process, consist of catalysts and additives. The properties of the electrodes are of particular importance in further improving the performance and reliability of the MEA.

We are therefore looking for an Internship to support us in the development of our catalyst ink and electrode process.

Possible topics for the internship are:

- Preparation of catalyst inks using typical ink preparation procedures

- Characterization of the catalyst inks

- Preparation and characterization of the electrodes

- Incoming good control/quality

Required qualifications:

- Practical experience of laboratory work

- Successful participation in a M.Sc. program or similar in chemical / process engineering, mechanical engineering, technical physics or similar

- Self-driven, highly engaged, and motivated personality, with a strong problem-solving approach

- Fluent in English, both oral and written

Additional desirable qualifications:

- Material science background

- PEM fuel cell and fuel cell stack knowledge and/or experimental experience

- Experience from an international and multi-language environment

- Practical experience from internships

- Swedish language skills

We are looking for a student to start as soon as possible in Spring 2024. State in the application the time-period (start date and end date) you are available for the position, and if you are available full time or part time. We are looking forward to receiving your application.