BATTERI Summer Internships - 2026
Jumpstart Your Career in Advanced Battery Manufacturing with the BATTERI Internship Program!
Do you want a career that helps to address climate change? Are you ready to gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment in a cutting-edge facility and work with global Electric Vehicle (EV) leaders like Honda, Schaeffler, and Stellantis? The BATTERI Internship Program at The Ohio State University is your opportunity to make a real impact in the clean technology and advanced manufacturing industries.
What is BATTERI?
BATTERI (Bridging Academic Training Through Experiential Research and Innovation) is a paid, 10-week summer program designed to prepare STEM undergraduate students from all backgrounds for careers in advanced battery manufacturing. It is located in the newly renovated Battery Cell R&D Center within Ohio State’s Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research (IMR). Through a blend of innovative learning practices and real-world experiences, BATTERI is your gateway to the future of clean energy and sustainable technology.
What You'll Do
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside experts in chemistry, materials science and engineering, and mechanical engineering.
- Collaborative Problem Solving: Engage in Project-Based Learning to address real-world challenges in the electric vehicle market.
- Innovative Thinking: Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset to identify and act on the commercial potential of your ideas and research.
- Hands-On Experience: Operate state-of-the-art equipment in a cutting-edge facility used in battery manufacturing and clean technology development.
- Expand Your Network: Receive mentorship from industry leaders, academics, and entrepreneurs while participating in exclusive networking activities.
- Explore New Horizons: Learn about how advanced manufacturing crosses paths with fields like materials science, engineering, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
Program Contact:
Joanna Gardner, BATTERI Project Manager
gardner.306@osu.edu