Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research

Experiential Learning

IMR offers a range of experiential learning opportunities at Ohio State, enabling undergraduate and graduate students to engage in hands-on research and innovation, from battery technology to semiconductor manufacturing.

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Ohio State Prof. Jung-Hyun Kim with students at the Energy Innovation Lab.
BATTERI interns learn about the set-up process of the machine at the Battery Center.
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Where Are They Now

Frontier Center Scholar working on advanced technology at Ohio State.

Sumit Saha

After his time as a Frontier Center Scholar, Sumit accepted a position as a compact device modeling engineer at Intel in Bengaluru, India.
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Ohio State students Bennett Kolda (left) and Austin Porter are part of the inaugural cohort of Ohio State's BATTERI program internship, which is giving them experience at the cutting edge of next-generation battery development.

Austin Porter

Austin (right) continued working at the Battery Center after gaining experience in battery development during his BATTERI program internship.
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Chris Staudt working at Nanotech West Lab.

Chris Staudt

After his internship with IMR, Chris was hired as a full-time nanofab technician at Nanotech West Laboratory in Ohio State's Innovation District.
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BATTERI Internship Program

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CAFE Student Experiential Opportunities

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Frontier Center Scholars Program