Geochemistry Intern

Position Summary

Assist in sampling and sample preparation, data analysis, interpretation, and management of exploration and production-level brine and gas analyses as directed by Staff Geochemist, Resource Manager, or the Exploration/Development Manager. Optimize workflows and coordinate scheduling with various business units to meet necessary sampling schedules and reporting deadlines. Help develop and populate geochemical database, including structuring, formatting, and data entry.

 

Essential Functions

Participate in upgraded sampling campaign at existing Ormat plants and fieldwork related to greenfield exploration strategies Coordinate with resource geologists to coordinate available geologic, geophysical, and geochemical datasets for geothermal potential as part of prospect and lease evaluations Responsible for coordination with Staff Geochemist, Compliance personnel, 3rd-party laboratories to ensure meeting sampling and reporting deadlines for regulatory compliance Review data quality and quality assurance for sample sets with Staff Geochemist Responsible for database data entry of field metadata, field measurements, and analytical results into geochemical database Perform literature reviews of greenfield exploration areas, focusing on previous geochemical results and interpretations Maintain field sampling equipment and supplies Must be able to operate a 4WD vehicle in a safe manner in both on and off-road conditions

 

Other Responsibilities

Update production geochemical databases for international facilities Aid field operations as needed

 

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

Working on or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in geologic sciences or geochemistry, or alternatively, a chemistry degree with a focus on inorganic or analytical chemistry. Previous field work or experience in water sampling procedures and analysis is strongly favorable. Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to perform the job duties safely and efficiently Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to Ormat’s auto insurance carrier Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet; familiarity with database design or programming is a plus

 

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel and work in remote field locations and extremes of weather Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. on an occasional basis Ability to handle dangerous chemicals safely under guidance of staff geochemist Travel approximately 50% of the time