Biology Intern (Climatetech)

TL;DR

Biology Intern (Climatetech): Supporting the operation of biological systems for a carbon-negative materials platform with an accent on marine culture maintenance and experimental support. Focus on hands-on laboratory work, data collection, and scaling biomineralization processes in a fast-paced startup environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Paris, Saclay, or Nanterre, France

Company

hirify.global is an early-stage startup developing a carbon-negative materials platform that transforms CO2 and industrial waste into solid mineral forms.

What you will do

• Maintain and monitor marine biological cultures
• Prepare laboratory media, solutions, and materials
• Perform routine measurements and sample collection
• Support experiments by following established protocols
• Record and organize experimental data
• Operate and maintain laboratory and pilot-scale biological systems

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Bachelor's degree in biology, biotechnology, or related field
• English proficiency required
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Hands-on approach to working with living biological systems

Nice to have

• Previous laboratory experience
• Experience with algae or aquatic organisms
• Analytical measurement skills
• French language proficiency

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in one of Europe's leading climate research environments
• Direct contribution to industrial-scale carbon removal technology
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with scientists and engineers
• Hands-on experience in a fast-moving startup