Laboratory Technician Intern

About the Position 

Solinst Water Technologies (SWT) is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician Intern to join our Engineering Department in San Jose, California. 

This is a hands-on opportunity for a college or university student interested in gaining practical laboratory experience while working with scientific instrumentation used in water quality and environmental applications. 

The Laboratory Technician Intern will support laboratory testing, product development, validation activities, and general laboratory operations. The position provides exposure to both routine laboratory practices and real-world research and product development activities.

Qualifications 

Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline. 

At least one year of post-secondary education completed. 

Basic laboratory experience through coursework, previous employment, research, or another internship. 

Familiarity with common laboratory practices and procedures. 

Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow written procedures. 

Good organizational and record-keeping skills. 

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an engineering and scientific team. 

Key Responsibilities 

Prepare laboratory samples, reagents, solutions, and standards. 

Perform laboratory tests according to established procedures and protocols. 

Operate fluorometers and other SWT laboratory and scientific instruments. 

Assist with product testing, verification, and validation activities. 

Accurately record, organize, and analyze experimental and test data. 

Support research and development and new product development activities. 

Assist with maintaining, cleaning, and organizing laboratory equipment and work areas. 

Prepare and maintain laboratory standards and reference solutions. 

Assist with writing, reviewing, and updating laboratory test procedures and documentation. 

Maintain laboratory supplies and assist with inventory organization. 

Document test observations, results, and findings clearly and accurately. 

Follow established laboratory, safety, and quality procedures. 

Preferred Skills 

Experience or familiarity with any of the following would be an asset: 

Pipetting and other basic wet-lab techniques. 

Preparation of chemical solutions, reagents, and standards. 

Laboratory testing and scientific instrumentation. 

Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis. 

Technical writing and laboratory documentation. 

Recording and interpreting experimental data. 

Environmental, water quality, chemistry, or biological testing.