12 month internships 2025

Description

We are searching for enthusiastic science, production, development and electronics engineering undergraduates looking for industry internships or placements in an exciting, progressive Cambridgeshire business making ground-breaking advancements in graphene-based electronics technologies.Paragraf is leading the way in graphene electronics, specialising in the deposition of high purity 2D graphene and its incorporation into ready to use devices. Our patented, contamination free method of manufacturing graphene at scale delivers game changing opportunities to transform electronics with massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life.Our company mission is to deliver significantly improved, more accessible technologies in application spaces ranging from medical science through to green, renewable energy, bringing the benefits of graphene to all. We are searching for people who are driven by the idea of achieving what is currently out of reach, passionate about delivering science and technology that will enrich society.

If you have this mindset and would like to bring your unique skills and ideas to Paragraf, we would love to hear from you and find out if you would like to join our exciting journey.Our Industrial Placement programme offers ambitious, capable under-graduates the opportunity to gain valuable experience working alongside diverse and highly skilled experts in their field. You’ll be working on projects that really matter and will make a difference, these can range from supporting our various research teams through to our production operation.

Role Responsibilities

Research Roles

Providing experimental support across a range of projects, including

Conducting material characterisation measurements using AFM and Raman
Hall test measurements
Chemical exposure and heat tests
Manufacture of devices
Defect density measurements
Analysis of results and trends
Ad hoc experimental work

Presentation of results through completion of slides and verbal feedback at technology meetingsGeneral upkeep of equipment and liaising along with facilities team for larger maintenance workEnsuring communication flow of information across the project teams.Technical research through the review of literature, and communication of findings.Management of lab consumables, including stock inventory, ordering, distribution and contact with external suppliersCompletion of records of invention (ROI’s) and lessons learnt documentation.Completion of standard operating procedures (SOP’s).Completion of COSHH forms for new on-site chemicals.Provide training to new joiners on equipment and experimental techniques.

Electronics or production roles:

Design experiments and collect and analyse process data to aid optimisation of equipmentDesign, build & operate mechanical and electrical test systemsRigorously test electronic devices and their designs including environmental, lifetime, EMC and safety testingUndertake prototyping, test and debugging of designs and products using industry standard test equipmentMonitor all processes to prevent correct equipment malfunctionTake a thorough, hands-on experimental approach to trouble shooting problems and issues and help develop and progress solutionsGenerate and implement test plans for projects and report on progress, findings and deliverables as well as provide recommendations for next steps.Work with other teams to ensure projects progress to scheduleClosing date for applications is Wednesday 30th April.

Requirements

Undergraduate in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electronics Engineering and Computer Science.Superb oral and written communication skills.Must be proactive, organised, detail oriented and demonstrate accuracy and consistencyAbility to organise own workload.Strong team player.Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Strong Microsoft Office skills and experienceWe can give you an exciting opportunity to join the Paragraf Team on an industrial placement, which will give you an opportunity to gain valuable experience working alongside diverse and highly skilled experts in their field, supporting you to achieve key deliverables and develop your own skills and knowledge.

The placement will be fully integrated with your university requirements to ensure you gain the most value possible from your experience with us.

Benefits

At Paragraf we are constantly looking for new ways to support and reward our team. This is our current list of benefits, they are subject to change and review:

Employer contribution 5%, Employee contribution minimum 4%
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Provision of breakfast (yoghurts, cereals etc) and hot and cold drinks

Life at Paragraf

Paragraf is a technology company delivering game-changing, commercial quality, graphene-based electronic devices. Serving the sensor, energy and semiconductor markets, Paragraf has developed graphene electronic devices and is now partnering with visionary companies seeking to take advantage of the unique properties of graphene. Paragraf has perfected a process for producing single-atom thick, two-dimensional materials, including graphene, directly onto crystalline substrates, such as: silicon, silicon-carbide, sapphire and gallium-nitride. The contamination-free technology is scalable, and compatible with existing electronic device manufacturing production processes.

Thrive Here & What We ValueCommitment to materially transforming electronics through the development of high-purity graphene products that will facilitate massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life. | Respect for confidentiality and adherence to critical matters | Willingness to travel both domestically and abroad</s> | Paragraf’s vision is to use game changing materials, such as graphene, in widespread next-generation electronics that deliver a brighter, more energy efficient, less environmentally impacting future ultimately enabling our three pillars of purpose, Healthier People, Healthier Cities and a Healthier Planet. | The company is now going through a sustained period of commercial growth requiring a driven, ambitious sales force to power forward the company’s growth strategy. | Paragraf was founded as a spin out from Cambridge University in 2017 by the CEO, since then, we have grown into a global organisation with separate R&D and Manufacturing sites in Cambridgeshire, a development lab in San Diego, USA and a presence across Asia.</s> | Committed to materially transforming electronics through the development of high-purity graphene products that will facilitate massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life. | Respect and adherence to confidentiality and critical matters | An enthusiastic approach to contribute toward the growth of an exciting new company, sharing your experience and applying it to new and novel processes at the leading edge of material technology.</s> | Focus on continuous improvement H&S practices and developing an ethos of proactiveness towards safety throughout the business | Continuous improvement of the safety management systems aligned and compliant with ISO45001 | Drive energy efficiency and work with the facilities team to deliver projects to reduce our waste streams, carbon footprint, and general efficiencies | Develop a sustainability management programme which takes in all of Paragraf’s activities | Coordinate Occupational Health issues and processes with the HR Team | Oversee a disaster/emergency response plan, ensuring Paragraf remains prepared for both worst case scenarios as well as minor alerts and issues.</s> | 1. Respect and Adherence to Confidentiality and Critical Matters | 2. Commitment to Materially Transforming Electronics through the Development of HighPurity Graphene Products | 3. Constantly Looking for New Ways to Support and Reward Team Members</s> | 11. Passionate about delivering science and technology that will enrich society | 12. Constantly looking for new ways to support and reward the team | 13. Gamechanging advancements in graphene-based electronics technologies</s>