Internship in Electrochemical Direct Air Capture (f/m/d)

Phlair • Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Full-time Entry Level On-site

Role overview

Build the Future of Climate Tech with Phlair We're solving humanity's biggest challenge, and it takes everything we've got. The world needs more energy, not less. Fossil fuels powered our economy for decades, at the cost of our planet. At Phlair, we're inverting that equation with breakthrough electrochemical Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology that pulls CO₂ from the air for permanent storage or repurposing into carbon-negative chemicals. We're not here to play it safe. We're here to win. Why We’re Different? We solve hard problems and are product-first. Our hydrolyzer-based Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, enabling scalable and low-cost CO2 capture from ambient air. The electrochemical technology allows off-the-shelf components and is ideally suited to the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources. With proven offtake agreements from customers such as Google, McKinsey, JPMorganChase, Shopify, Stripe, H&M, and Deep Sky; we're one of only seven DAC companies with real market validation. Project Dawn isn't just our flagship; it's our shot to scale CO₂ removal globally. Is this a fit for me? We're building for the 3-5% who are energized by winning and thrive under pressure. Our pace demands people who see excellence as non-negotiable and execution as everything. We cherish work-life-harmony, not balance. If you need extensive structure or prefer playing it safe, we're probably not the right fit. Don't tick every box? We value potential and spikes over perfect resumes. If you believe you can contribute to our mission at this intensity level, tell us why.

Requirements

What You Bring Education: Successfully completed a BSc in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering. Lab Experience: Hands-on experience working in chemical labs. Essential Traits Team-Oriented - You thrive in a dynamic atmosphere with a strong team spirit. Innovative - You love transforming research into real, working products. Precise & Reliable - You’re an accurate problem solver, reliable, and consistently meet timelines. Bias for action - You prototype, test, and ship while others are still planning Comfortable with intensity - 12-hour days and weekend sprints don't scare you, they energize you Ego second - You care more about winning than being right Figure things out independently - No hand-holding. You own problems end-to-end Excellence as standard - Mistakes happen, but mediocrity doesn't Bonus Points Experience with electrochemical CO2 absorption and hydrolizer technology. Familiarity with advanced simulation tools.

Responsibilities

Your Mission at Phlair Conduct Electrochemical Experiments: Work alongside Timon to improve core components of our Direct Air Capture technology. Install & Commission: Set up and commission complex technical chemical experiments in the lab. Scientific Work: Conduct research in our electrochemical lab, focusing on our hydrolizer technology. Calculations & Simulations: Perform calculations and simulations to improve our processes. Literature Research: Stay ahead by conducting literature research in the field of electrochemical CO2 absorption. Your targets are your North Star. Nothing is set in stone in our world, we adapt fast, but we always hit our goals.

Benefits

What we offer Competitive salary 20 vacation days, including 2 days of recreational leave Fitness and wellness benefits to keep you at your best Fresh team lunches, prepared by our amazing chef, Amelie Direct leadership access to our CEO, CTO, and CSO