Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Silicon is an AI-native sourcing company focused on critical materials, advanced AI hardware, and compute infrastructure. The Critical Materials Research Intern will research rare earths, strategic metals, and related supply chains by analyzing data, preparing reports, monitoring industry and academic sources, and supporting AI models and sourcing strategies.
Responsibilities
- Collecting and analyzing data on production, demand, and geopolitical factors influencing critical materials availability
- Help build and maintain datasets, summarize findings in clear reports, and contribute to internal knowledge bases and briefings
- Reviewing industry publications, academic literature, and market analyses to identify trends and risks
- Assisting cross-functional teams with research inputs for AI models and sourcing strategies
Skills
- Strong research and analytical capabilities, including ability to gather information from diverse sources and synthesize clear insights
- Foundational knowledge or coursework in materials science, chemistry, physics, engineering, economics, international relations, or a related field
- Comfort working with data in spreadsheets or basic analytics tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce concise summaries and structured reports
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage time effectively, and collaborate with distributed team members
- Interest in critical materials, AI, advanced hardware, and global supply chains
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree program; availability to commit to the internship schedule as agreed with the team
- Familiarity with programming or data analysis (e.g., Python, R, SQL)
- Prior internship or project experience in these areas
Benefits
- Remote internship
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting
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