Computational Science & Engineering Laboratory Intern Son Minyoung

How did you come to Korea Energy Research Institute?

I wanted to learn about the chemical/energy process. In the meantime, I saw an announcement in the school's Long-term Field Practice System (IPP) that the platform laboratory engineering part at the time of the Korea Energy Technology Institute was recruiting personnel and applied. After documents and interviews, he was selected for field training and conducted field training from July 1st to December 31st, 2021. After that, I was able to acquire relevant knowledge such as process simulation, economic analysis, and production of Excel VBA tools. Even after the field training, we applied to the researcher's own intern to deepen our knowledge of chemical engineering, selected after document screening and PT interviews, and conducted our own internship from March 1st to July 11th, 2022. During the process, I was able to gain work knowledge and experience in the field of chemical engineering, such as attending conferences and developing smart design platforms.

What part of your career as a researcher was helpful in the employment process?

First, the use of process simulation software. I worked on simulating and optimizing the process by dealing with a program called Aspen Plus that the university had never covered. As a chemical engineer, I was able to acquire knowledge of process handling. 

Secondly, economic analysis. We analyzed and derived the economic feasibility of the research based on the process simulation. It helped me acquire the terms of the industry I got and understand my work. Finally, organizational life. The experience of adapting to organizational culture and communicating with members through company life helped me to have confidence that I could adapt to the company. 

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