Overview
About the project
We have conducted soil microbiome analysis and found that it has no adverse impact on soil microbial diversity. Currently, we are automating our pilot-scale continuous reactor for manufacturing SandX, which we are seeking an intern for assistance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automation, reactor engineering, control systems, sensors, software, data logging,
The Continuous-mode Sandx Rector Automation (Internship) is offered at King Abdullah University Of Science and Technology (KAUST).
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
- assessment of off-the-shelf technologies
- installation
- testing, iteration, optimization
- data collection and analysis
- characterize SandX via contact angle goniometry
- summarize findings in a report
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Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Students can choose their own start and end dates as the program runs across the year
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Disciplines
Environmental Engineering Environmental Sciences View 29 other Short Courses in Environmental Sciences in Saudi ArabiaExplore more key information
Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Official Transcript(s) in English from current and previous institutions
- Letter of Recommendation from faculty member in field of study
- Valid Passport(with six months validity)
- CV - Summary of your career, qualifications and education.
- Statement of Purpose-Explain your motivation to become a VSRP intern
Recommended student academic & research background
- Chemical engineering
- Reactor engineering
- Hardware
- Data logging and analysis
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Visit programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SAR per year during 3 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SAR per year during 3 months.
This is a fully-funded internship; it includes tuition, airfare, housing, medical insurance, visa reimbursement and a monthly stipend of $1,000.
Living costs for Thuwal
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.