Yara is accepting applications for a Summer Intern in its Technology Development and Catalyst Operations Department in Porsgrunn, Norway. The internship lasts 6-8 weeks from June to August 2027, and the intern works on projects in both the Technology Development and Catalyst Operations groups. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full vacancy and set out the tasks, profile and application details below.
About Yara's Technology Center
Yara is part of a global network that works together to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges: resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change. Mastering technology has always been key to the commercial success of Yara's products, and Yara's Technology center in Porsgrunn, Norway, is a vital contributor to this success. It works to improve existing processes and technologies and to develop new and innovative solutions for processes and products.
Two Groups, One Internship
The work is linked to ongoing projects in the Technology Development and Catalyst Operations Department.
🔭 Technology Development: works on developing the processes that will take Yara into the future in 2040-2050.
⚙️ Catalyst Operations: designs platinum group metal gauzes and N2O abatement systems used in Yara's production of nitric acid.
The summer intern works on projects in both groups.
What You Will Be Doing
The tasks include, but are not limited to:
📚 Literature review and theoretical studies to understand the theory in Yara's processes
🌱 Investigate and develop business models for future operations in emerging markets
📊 Use AI to systemize and visualize production and performance data from Yara nitric acid plants
🗣️ Reporting and presentation in English
Who Should Apply
🎓 A 3rd or 4th year student pursuing a master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, physical chemistry or process chemistry
💪 A person who is self-driven, responsible and able to communicate in a diverse work environment
🌐 Fluent in English; a Scandinavian language is an advantage
Internship Details
📅 The summer internship lasts 6-8 weeks from June to August 2027
📍 The location is Porsgrunn, Norway
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Equal Opportunity at Yara
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is anchored in its business strategy, with more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassador networks. As part of the recruitment process, where permitted by local law, Yara may conduct reference and background checks. These checks are performed only when deemed necessary for the nature of the job, and candidates are informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Yara Technology Development and Catalyst Operations internship?
The summer internship lasts 6-8 weeks, from June to August 2027, in Porsgrunn, Norway.
What will the intern work on?
The intern works on projects in both the Technology Development and Catalyst Operations groups: literature review and theoretical studies, business models for future operations in emerging markets, and using AI to systemize and visualize production and performance data from Yara nitric acid plants.
Who can apply?
Yara is looking for a 3rd or 4th year student pursuing a master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, physical chemistry or process chemistry, who is self-driven, responsible and fluent in English.
Is a Scandinavian language required?
No. English fluency is required, and a Scandinavian language is an advantage.
Who can I contact with questions?
The contact person is Geir Sundmark, Department Director Technology Development, listed below with his email address and phone number.
Deadline
⏳ 19 November 2026
Links
🔗 Apply on the Yara careers site: https://jobs.yara.com/job/Porsgrunn-Summer-Intern-Technology-Development-and-Catalyst-Operations/1445889533/
📧 Contact, Geir Sundmark, Department Director Technology Development: geir.sundmark@yara.com
📞 Phone: +47 918 032 74
