Research Intern - Summer 2027

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

At POET Research Inc., our vision is to discover and deliver a robust portfolio of high value process and product innovations that utilize renewable resources as effectively as possible. The Research Intern will work on various laboratory research and/or pilot scale projects to drive improvement in POET’s technology. The intern will have the responsibility to execute all aspects of projects resulting in commercial value for POET. Communication and cooperation with POET team members is critical to ensure project success. The Research Intern may interface with engineers, scientists, bioprocessing plant operators and plant maintenance crews. This is an on-site role located in Sioux Falls, SD. Responsibilities include: Performing appropriate benchtop, small scale, pilot, plant, or analytical tests and trials as required. Work with POET Research team members to develop research plans to accomplish a commercial objective. Complete research plans as assigned and assist with on-site commissioning and start-up activities as needed. Perform data analysis, interpretation and documentation. Effectively communicate all issues,