Job Description

Job Title:

Experimental Fluid Mechanics Intern (12 months) - Starting Summer 2026

About SLB:

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. That is our purpose. As innovators, that has been our mission for 100 years. We are facing the world's greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world's growing energy demands. We're working on that answer. Every day, a step closer.

Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It's what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond. For a balanced planet.

Our purpose: Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. You can find out more about us on https://www.slb.com/who-we-are

Location:

Cambridge, UK

SLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB's global network of research and engineering centres. SCR is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art research and computing facilities. We work on applied research projects in the physical sciences to meet the current and future challenges of the industry.

Description & Scope:

You'll be part of a close-knit team within the Experimental Fluids, where you will work with research scientists to develop and test hypotheses, using the experimental facilities we have for various fluid mechanics problems

Responsibilities:

Planning and carrying out experimental work, ensuring that laboratories activities are kept within Health & Safety standards and guidelines. Analysing and interpreting experimental datasets. Participating in regular meetings to discuss project progress. Experimental testing of concepts related to production fluids for a variety of real-world business systems Support scientists on concept development for production fluids flow characterisation, experimental data analysis, hypothesis testing Present demos to visitors and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

Studying a Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Fluid Mechanics or a related discipline Oral and written communication skills in English Good motivation, autonomy, teamwork, and ingenuity Hands on experience in the lab Understanding of fluid mechanics concepts Passionate interest in Fluid Mechanics


SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

The recruiting process and the position can be adapted to fit most disabilities, please do not hesitate to mention this when applying.

Experimental Fluid Mechanics Intern (12 months)