Tribochemistry Co-Op

Position Overview Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents. Responsibilities & Qualifications The Surface science team, located in Kennesaw, Georgia has an opportunity to participate in our summer 2027 Co-Op program. The team is seeking a Tribochemistry Co-Op that can join the team for approximately 5 months starting in May 2027. This role is responsible for developing laboratory methods to simulate plant emulsion conditions and evaluate how changes in emulsion chemistry and properties influence tribological performance and metal surface characteristics. Responsibilities Prepare and maintain emulsion formulations under controlled laboratory conditions. Design and execute experiments (DoE) to simulate emulsion aging under operating conditions. Conduct tribological testing and emulsion characterization. Perform characterization of aluminum surface resulted from emulsion study using analytical techniques to assess changes in surface morphology and chemistry. Analyze experimental results and summarize findings in technical reports and presentations. Minimum qualifications Undergraduate (Junior or Senior preferred) or graduate students pursuing degrees in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines. Enrolled in an accredited 4-year undergraduate or 2-year masters program. Strong academic foundation in chemistry, materials science, or mechanics. Hands-on laboratory experience, including sample preparation and experimental testing Ability to work independently in a research environment. Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer Preferred qualifications Interest in surface science, tribology, lubrication, or aluminum processing. Experience with surface characterization techniques. Experience organizing, analyzing, and interpreting experimental data. Strong problem-solving and organizational skills. Clear written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and presentations *Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship Location Profile Novelis’ Global Research and Technology Center located in Kennesaw Georgia within the greater Atlanta metropolitan area is a cutting-edge full-service research and technology hub that employs approximately 200 people including world-class engineers metallurgists chemists scientists technologists and technicians. The…