Intership: Evaluation of techno-economic feasibility of chemical recycling

Die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.de) betreibt in Deutschland derzeit 76 Institute und Forschungseinrichtungen und ist eine der führenden Organisationen für anwendungsorientierte Forschung. Rund 32 000 Mitarbeitende erarbeiten das jährliche Forschungsvolumen von 3,4 Milliarden Euro.

As one of the oldest and largest Fraunhofer institutes, the Fraunhofer Institute for Chemical Technology ICT has special expertise: by linking the diverse research fields of polymer engineering, chemical processes, explosives technology, safety and security, and energy and drive systems, it achieves decisive breakthroughs. Examples can be found in lightweight construction for mobility, in environmentally friendly chemistry, in applications for the aerospace and military sectors as well as in life-cycle assessments, recycling and sustainability concepts – which you could soon help to create!

Chemical recycling offers a promising alternative to depolymerise plastic waste into its constituent monomers; thereby, reducing our dependence on fossil-based feedstock. This approach is suitable for most polymers used in our daily life. In view of the stringent policy regulations across the globe, chemical recycling has been identified as a potential solution for sustainable waste management of different sectors ranging from packaging and automobile to consumer electronics and medicine. In view of this, the goal is to define a strategy for market integration based on a comprehensive evaluation of techno-economic feasibility and governing policy regulations, and to identify potential value chains through a comprehensive market analysis.

The ultimate goal is to develop a well-defined strategy for market integration based on different chemical recycling technologies already established at Fraunhofer Institute for Chemical Technology ICT.

Was Du bei uns tust

Comprehensive literature research and market study on the current state-of-the-art chemical recycling technologies
Identifying relevant waste streams that are compatible for chemical recycling (solvolysis) and are/can be a subject of different current/future environmental policy regulations (national and international)
Analysing the techno-economic feasibility of the existing technologies developed at Fraunhofer ICT for identified waste streams based on heuristics
Identifying suitable value chains for market integration along with a profitability analysis
Dissemination of the results through appropriate publications and/or at relevant conferences

Was Du mitbringst

Currently pursuing post-graduation in Business Administration, Technology and Management and/or other allied fields
Previous undergraduate degree in Chemical, Process and/or Mechanical Engineering is desired but not mandatory
Interest in subjects like Circular Economy, Business Strategy and Sustainability
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Power Point & Word)
Motivation to establish this topic further at Fraunhofer ICT

Was Du erwarten kannst

a challenging, attractive, interdisciplinary and international working environment
an appreciative and supportive working atmosphere
Opportunities for individual development - flexible working hours thanks to flexitime agreements
Parking spaces, canteen and library on campus
... and much more!

Wir wertschätzen und fördern die Vielfalt der Kompetenzen unserer Mitarbeitenden und begrüßen daher alle Bewerbungen – unabhängig von Alter, Geschlecht, Nationalität, ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Religion, Weltanschauung, Behinderung sowie sexueller Orientierung und Identität. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt eingestellt.

Die wöchentliche Arbeitszeit beträgt 39 Stunden. Die Stelle kann auch in Teilzeit besetzt werden.

Mit ihrer Fokussierung auf zukunftsrelevante Schlüsseltechnologien sowie auf die Verwertung der Ergebnisse in Wirtschaft und Industrie spielt die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft eine zentrale Rolle im Innovationsprozess. Als Wegweiser und Impulsgeber für innovative Entwicklungen und wissenschaftliche Exzellenz wirkt sie mit an der Gestaltung unserer Gesellschaft und unserer Zukunft.

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Contact specialist department:

Pranav Majgaonkar

pranav.majgaonkar@ict.fraunhofer.de

+49 721 4640-866

Contact HR department:

Laura Kühn

recruiting@ict.fraunhofer.de

Telefon: +49 721 4640- 201

Fraunhofer-Institut für Chemische Technologie ICT

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Stellensegment: Sustainability, Materials Science, Chemical Engineer, Aerospace, Energy, Science, Research, Engineering, Aviation

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