Materials ScienceISRU Intern

Position: Materials Science/ISRU Intern

Location: Broomfield CO

Position Type: Fulltime Summer Internship

Mission: High Frontier Research Develop and Test InSitu Resource Utilization (ISRU) Technologies for Space Applications

Were Karman a fastmoving space startup on a mission to redefine what small dedicated teams can achieve in space. Our High Frontier mission requires seamless integration across multiple spacecraft subsystems including propulsion avionics structures power thermal and communication. As an intern at Karman you will contribute to these critical engineering efforts gaining handson experience in realworld space system development.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

As a Materials Science/ISRU Engineering Intern at Karman you will support the design development and testing of experimental processes for extracting and refining materials from extraterrestrial sources. Working alongside experienced engineers and scientists you will contribute to the research and implementation of InSitu Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies focusing on extraction refining and processing techniques for regolith and other planetary materials. This role provides exposure to multiple disciplines and assignments will be tailored based on team needs and your background.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and of laboratory experiments for regolith material extraction and refining.
• Conduct simulations material analyses and process validation testing to assess the feasibility of ISRU techniques.
• Support the development of extraction and separation processes including thermal chemical and electrochemical methods.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including planetary scientists chemists metallurgists and engineers to optimize ISRU approaches.
• Analyze regolith analogs and materials to evaluate composition behavior and potential extraction efficiencies.
• Participate in handson lab work troubleshooting and data analysis to refine experimental setups.
• Document and present findings contributing to technical reviews and design discussions.

What You Bring

• Background in one or more of the following disciplines: planetary science geology chemistry chemical engineering materials science extractive metallurgy or experimental process design.
• Handson experience in laboratory research experimental chemistry or process engineering.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills particularly in material extraction refining or processing techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fastpaced teamoriented environment.
• Effective communication skills and attention to detail in technical documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with planetary science concepts related to regolith composition mineralogy and ISRU.
• Knowledge of extractive metallurgy techniques such as pyrolysis electrolysis and reduction reactions.
• Familiarity with vacuum and zerogravity processing including fluid dynamics and phase changes in space.
• Understanding of thermal and chemical extraction methods for volatiles oxygen or metals from regolith.
• Experience with simulation modeling or programming tools relevant to materials science and ISRU (e.g. MATLAB Python ThermoCalc Ansys or equivalent).
• Knowledge of plasma processing laser ablation or ionization separation techniques.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in engineering physics computer science or a related technical field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A passion for space and a drive to learn by doing

Additional Information

We Offer

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $20.00 $25.00 per hour in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above.

Location & Work Environment

This position is fulltime inperson at our offices & lab in Broomfield CO. If you reside in locations outside of daily commuting distance you will be considered however no relocation or travel assistance will be provided by Karman for this position. This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein you may be provided with a public work station (cubicle) or private offices. In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job you will be required to view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training seminars conferences meetings events or visits to onsite locations.

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. Karman reserves the right to change or assign additional duties responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.

Hiring Practices

Karman is proud to be an equalopportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race color religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact .