Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Code : CA6112 Department : RD&I

Bonus Plan : N / A Location : St. Louis

Training Matrix Code : N / A FLSA : Non exempt

Title : Research and Development Intern

Summary :

The 10-12 week R&D summer internship program provides an opportunity for students to work closely with senior chemists in order to improve technical skills while being given a developmental opportunity in a chemical industrial setting.

Interns will be given the opportunity to take ownership of an assigned project by performing, analyzing, and presenting experiments targeted toward high-performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products.

Minimum Requirements :

This paid intern will work roughly 30 - 40 hours per week from May-August. Qualified interns should be pursuing a BS or MS degree in chemistry, biology, chemical engineering, or other closely related majors.

Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, teamwork, and time management skills are essential.

Students must have housing arrangements in or near St. Louis for the summer, as housing allowance is not provided.

Physical Requirements :

This position requires minimal physical activity but does require computer usage for an extended period of time - up to 8 hours in a day.

Basic knowledge of PPE, lab settings and equipment, standing for semi-long periods of time.

Essential Functions :

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Become proficient in laboratory experiments by using laboratory instruments, and equipment and following established testing procedures
• Participate in all phases of research including planning, preparation, calibration, application, evaluation, data analysis, maintenance, and when necessary, appropriate disposal
• Design and conduct experiments with mentorship guidance within a defined project
• Draw sound scientific conclusions based on data analysis
• Present project reviews before colleagues, senior executives and business leaders

o Interns are expected to always operate in a safe and efficient manner

• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Commit to the Company's safety and quality programs.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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