ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 40 countries. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for water management, renewable energy production, and large-scale construction projects, positioning itself as a key player in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, it is one of Spain's most prominent multinational corporations and is listed on the IBEX 35 index.

Headquartered in Madrid, ACCIONA offers extensive opportunities for international professionals, particularly in engineering, project management, and sustainability. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, frequently recruiting global talent for its complex international projects managed from Spain. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability makes it a top choice for professionals looking to build a career in the green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Formed in 1997 through the merger of Entrecanales y Távora and MZOV, companies with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. It has since evolved from a traditional construction firm into a global leader in sustainability and renewable energy.

Research Internship in Desalination and New Technologies

ACCIONA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English.

Job Description

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce, consisting 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 seek 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 Internship Program, you will be part of teams that will involve you in projects from day one, accompanied by experts who will help you develop your skills and participate in the daily operations of a global company.

ACCIONA, within its Water business, needs to incorporate an intern for its Innovation department.

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic person for the desalination and new technologies area of the R&D&i department, an area where new processes and various improvements in seawater desalination processes are being evaluated, with the aim of making them more sustainable and efficient, optimizing operating conditions, and characterizing their performance from a technical-economic point of view, at a bench-scale pilot plant level.

The main mission will consist of researching the impact of different improvements associated with the desalination process by conducting experimental tests at a small pilot plant level, involving its operation and characterization in hydraulic and quality terms; in this way, you will optimize its operation, compare it with current processes/practices, and determine the viability and competitive advantages of said improvements.

Main functions:

Participation in bench-scale experiments, collaborating in the preparation of materials and equipment that make up the pilot plants, as well as in their operation, becoming familiar with the procedures and protocols for startup, operation, and troubleshooting.
Support in sampling and performing analytics, acquiring practical experience in monitoring tests, recording results, and applying good laboratory practices.
Collaboration in the processing and interpretation of experimental data, contributing to the technical analysis of results and learning process evaluation methodologies.
Support in the preparation of technical reports and presentations, developing synthesis, communication, and documentation skills in a professional and applied context.

Candidate Requirements

Key requirements:

Complete a 6-month internship part-time or full-time. Joining from September to March.
Completion of a degree or official/qualifying master's in chemical or industrial engineering. Knowledge specifically in chemistry and processes.
Ability to work in a team, initiative, and motivation. Ability to perform experimental work in a methodical and orderly manner.
High level of English (minimum C1).

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for people with high potential, the ability to work in a team, and the motivation to grow within an international company. If you believe this is your profile 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 therefore work to promote an inclusive environment where respect, belonging, and commitment are promoted so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone 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 companies to work for in Spain.

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Somos una compañía global, líder en el desarrollo de infraestructuras regenerativas que generan un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Nuestra plantilla, formada por más de 65.000 profesionales y presente en más de 40 países de los cinco continentes, contribuye a nuestra misión de diseñar un planeta mejor. Buscamos personas que quieran marcar la diferencia, promover el desarrollo sostenible y encontrar soluciones a los mayores desafíos globales, incluidos el cambio climático, la sobrepoblación y la escasez hídrica. Únete a nosotros en la búsqueda de soluciones para lograr un futuro sostenible.

En el Programa de Becas de ACCIONA formarás parte de equipos que te involucrarán en proyectos desde el primer día, acompañado por expertos que te ayudarán a desarrollar tus capacidades y participar en el día a día de una empresa global.

ACCIONA, en su negocio de Agua, precisa incorporar un/a becario/a para su departamento de Innovación.

Descripción del puesto

Buscamos una persona con entusiasmo para el área de desalación y nuevas tecnologías del departamento de I+D+i, área en la que se están evaluando nuevos procesos y diferentes mejoras en los procesos de desalación de agua de mar, con el objetivo de resultar más sostenibles y eficientes, optimizar las condiciones de funcionamiento y caracterizar sus prestaciones desde un punto de vista técnico-económico, a nivel de planta piloto bench scale.

La principal misión consistirá en investigar el impacto de diferentes mejoras asociadas al proceso de desalación mediante la realización de ensayos experimentales a nivel planta piloto pequeña, comportando su operación y caracterización en términos hidráulicos y de calidad, de este modo, optimizará su funcionamiento, lo comparará con procesos / prácticas actuales y determinará la viabilidad y ventajas competitivas de dichas mejoras.

Principales funciones:

Participación en experimentos a nivel bench scale, colaborando en la preparación de materiales y equipos que integran las plantas plantas pilotos, así como en la operación de las mismas, familiarizándose con los procedimientos y protocolos de puesta en marcha, operación y troubleshooting.
Apoyo en la toma de muestras y en la realización de analíticas, adquiriendo experiencia práctica en el seguimiento de ensayos, el registro de resultados y la aplicación de buenas prácticas de laboratorio.
Colaboración en el tratamiento e interpretación de datos experimentales, contribuyendo al análisis técnico de resultados y al aprendizaje de metodologías de evaluación de procesos.
Apoyo en la preparación de informes técnicos y presentaciones, desarrollando capacidades de síntesis, comunicación y documentación en un contexto profesional y aplicado.

Requisitos del candidato

Requisitos clave:

Realizar una beca de 6 meses a media jornada o a jornada completa. Incorporación de septiembre a marzo
Fin de grado o máster oficial/habilitante de ingeniería química o industrial. Conocimientos especialmente de química y procesos.
Capacidades para trabajo en equipo, iniciativa y motivación. Facilidad para realizar trabajo experimental, de forma metódica y ordenada.
Nivel alto de inglés (mínimo C1).

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