Innovation Support Internship

ACCIONA·Barcelona, Spain

What they offer

  • Internship contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    ACCIONA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

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About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to actively collaborate in the innovation, applied research and technological development activities of ACCIONA's Innovation Department at a WWTP, supporting the operation, maintenance, sampling and monitoring of pilot water treatment plants, as well as the analysis of experimental data.

What you'll do

  • Collaboration in the commissioning, routine operation and monitoring of pilot plants and experimental systems, supporting the control of operational parameters and the proper functioning of the processes being tested.
  • Support in basic preventive maintenance tasks for equipment, such as cleaning, verification of instrumentation, review of sensors and early detection of operational incidents.
  • Participation in the collection of samples from different process streams, their proper preparation, preservation and labelling, as well as in the performance of basic physicochemical analyses, in accordance with established procedures.
  • Responsible for organising, processing and managing the experimental data generated at the pilot plants, ensuring their traceability and quality.
  • Contribution, with the support of the technical team, to the interpretation of results and drawing of conclusions, participating in technical follow-up meetings, which will allow the candidate to gain an overall view of the development of industrial innovation projects applied to water treatment.

About the company & team

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructure that generates a positive impact on society. Our workforce, made up of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We are looking for people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

In the ACCIONA Scholarship Program, you will be part of teams that involve you in projects from day one, guided by experts who will help you develop your skills and participate in the day-to-day of a global company.

ACCIONA, in its Water business, needs to hire an intern for its Innovation department.

Key requirements

  • A 6-month internship, part-time or full-time. Start date from September to March.
  • Bachelor's degree or official/qualifying master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering (water specialisation), Environmental Sciences, Biotechnology or other related qualifications
  • Specific training in water treatment, environmental processes or purification technologies is valued.
  • Desirable technical knowledge: Basic knowledge of wastewater treatment and regeneration processes.
  • Familiarity with plant operation concepts, control parameters and basic mass balances.
  • Elementary knowledge of data analysis and processing of experimental results.
  • Basic command of office tools (especially Excel).
  • Interest in technological innovation and applied research.
  • Learning ability, initiative and a proactive attitude.
  • Rigour in experimental work and data recording.
  • Ability to follow procedures and safety regulations in a plant environment.
  • Ability to work in multidisciplinary environments and under supervision.
  • Good observation, analysis and synthesis skills.
  • Basic knowledge of technical English (reading documentation) is valued.
  • Own vehicle required for travel to the WWTP.

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for people with high potential, teamwork skills, and the motivation to grow within an international company. If you think this profile fits you and you are looking to boost your future in a career that generates a positive impact on the planet, you have come to the right place... we want you on our team!


We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent, and for this reason, we work to promote an inclusive environment in which respect, belonging, and commitment are fostered, so that all people can participate with equal opportunities. We invite all people to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best places to work in Spain.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

ACCIONA

ACCIONA

Infrastructure and Energy

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Spanish company
57000 employees