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Biofuel Developer

Studying biological components (plants, algae, fungi) for novel fuel chemistries to be used for civil & industrial purposes; cultivating select species for optimal fuel performance.

Why It's Cool?!

How to Get There?

Education & Certifications

M.S. Bioenergy / Biorefinery Engineering

University of Wisconsin–Madison – Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center

Graduate degree in feedstock science, biofuel conversion technologies, and biorefinery systems — direct links to DOE-funded research and bioenergy industry employers.

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Internships

Bioenergy & Biofuel Research Intern

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)

Research biofuels, bioenergy feedstocks, and renewable fuel technologies at one of the nation's top DOE national laboratories for sustainable energy innovation.

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Mentors

Dr. Lee Lynd

Professor, Dartmouth / Biofuel Systems Pioneer

Pioneer of consolidated bioprocessing for cellulosic biofuels; co-founder of Enchi Corporation.

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Mentorship Network

Advanced Biofuels USA

Nonprofit education and advocacy organization with professional connections and mentorship for biofuel developers and researchers.

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Dr. Tomas Klasson

Research Engineer, Oak Ridge National Laboratory / Biofuels

ORNL researcher in biofuel conversion technologies with practitioner and industry mentorship connections.

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Mentorship Network

Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) – DOE

Federal office funding bioenergy R&D with fellowship programs, professional mentorship, and industry-government career connections.

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