Internship - Modeling of a Pyrolysis Process for Plastic Waste Recycling (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

We are a leading global research organization with over 3000 employees workingin the field of material and analytical science, chemical synthesis, processdevelopment, bioscience, catalysis and digitalization. With our creative anddiverse teams as well as our cutting-edge research, we help to make ourcustomers more successful and drive the sustainability transformation.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

As part of an engaged and competent team, you will work on the development, validation, and implementation of a first-principles model for an industrial-scale plastic waste pyrolysis reactor, leading to a simulation tool for designing and optimizing process operating conditions, while contributing to a real-life industrial project and independently managing tasks with scientific support throughout.

• You will propose and develop a dynamic model for the process based on literature as well as internal expertise.
• Furthermore, you will implement the model in Python, adhering to best coding practices.
• You will validate the model using experimental data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• As part of your work, you will create clear visualizations, maintain thorough documentation and you will present your results to research partners. 

WHAT YOU OFFER

• ongoing studies in chemical engineering, process engineering, physics or mathematics
• experience in Python
• Know-how with dynamic models, including ordinary and partial differential equations

WHAT WE OFFER

• Practical phase - actively apply theory in challenging and varied tasks/projects
• Teambuddy - contact person for all questions and regular feedback
• Networks - get to know different perspectives, ways of thinking and fields of work
• Internship compensation - a recognition of the commitment, more information here
• Flexible working hours - depending on the location and area of work

HOW TO REACH US

• ​​​​Paula Männecke (Talent Acquisition), paula.maennecke@basf.com will be happy to answer your questions for this position. You are welcome to book an appointment online
• You can also reach our recruiting team here
• First information about our application process can be found here

ABOUT US

BASF SE, located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, is the corporate headquarters of the BASF Group and part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. BASF stands for competence in chemistry since 1865 and is represented today in the world's major consumer markets, with a wide range of products. As the largest employer in the region, BASF SE offers multiple career opportunities for students, university graduates and professionals providing also training in over 30 professions. Leisure, sports, culture and a good infrastructure characterize the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region, in which BASF is also involved with numerous activities. Learn more about BASF SE at on.basf.com/BASFSE_LU.

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