Apprenticeship : Optimization of Si-containing anodes

ACC (Automotive Cells Company) was created in the summer of 2020 by Saft, PSA and Opel, this joint venture is the concrete expression of their desire to combine their know-how to create a major player in the development and production of batteries for the automotive industry at the highest level of performance from 2023. The Apprenticeship will take place in ACC’s Expertise center in Bruges near Bordeaux (33) and the missions are detailed below.

To guarantee the quality of our products and investigate innovative materials, different anode formulations and tests need to be performed.
The main tasks of the intern will be the following:
1- Optimization of anode formulations
2- Production of electrochemical data for each formulation
3- Comparison of results and selection of the most promising recipes (Active material grades, binders, etc.)
The final purpose will be for ACC to have a direct correlation between anode formulation and anode performances, as well as to increase the performances of its batteries.
 
Responsabilities
The trainee will be integrated in the Chemical Innovation Team and his/her missions will be to prepare and evaluate Si-containing anodes. This internship will be under the supervision of an engineer and a chemical technician. In addition to improving the formulation of anode slurries, the trainee will have to establish a clear correlation between the formulation and the performances of these anodes.

You will start your 3rd year of chemistry degree in university or equivalent. You are looking for a 1-year internship with a focus on chemistry and process.
 
You have a good grounding in materials formulation. Having a basic knowledge on battery materials and electrochemical testing is a plus.
 
Beyond your chemical know-how, your rigor, organization, and passion for formulation will contribute to your success within ACC.