Fuels Laboratory Internship Paragon Laboratories, Inc. - Livonia, MI 48150 $13 - $18 an hour - Internship Are you pursuing a BS or BA in a physical science, such as chemistry, in the Southeast Michigan Area? Do you want a paid position learning critical laboratory skills in the area of analytical chemistry? Do you want to work with a progressive local organization that does science that protects water and air quality across a variety of communities? If so, consider applying to an internship with Paragon Laboratories! Paragon Laboratories, Inc. is a growth-oriented analytical laboratory located in Livonia, MI. We provide premium laboratory services to a wide range of clients with various analytical needs. We are currently accepting applications to fill the position of Fuels and Lubricants Laboratory Intern. Please check out what we do at: www.paragonlaboratories.com We strongly encourage incoming freshmen and sophomores to apply! No advanced coursework required. Schedule and Compensation Structure: School Term (typically Sep - May) * 18-24 hours across three or four shifts during normal business hours (7 am - 6 pm M-F) Summer Term (typically May - Aug) * 40 hours across five shifts during normal business hours (7 am - 6 pm M-F) Starting Compensation: $13.00 / hour *Compensation Progression: Interns in our organization receive average raises of +$1.00 / hour for each year you work with us, with a maximum pay rate of $18.00 / hour. Summary: Co-Op / Intern is responsible for gaining an understanding of what it takes to excel in a professional setting while performing relevant job duties and tasks which result in a mutually beneficial experience for all involved parties. Responsibilities are assigned, as applicable, by a mentor / supervisor and will include tasks directly related to: production chemistry; complying with all applicable guidelines, rules, & regulatory references; participation on project teams; evaluation, improvement, & implementation of new procedures, and; maintaining proper documentation for QA/QC or audit purposes. Responsibilities: * Behave in a mature and professional manner * Perform assigned tasks deliberately and without prompting * Maintain high levels of communication with assigned mentor / supervisor * Accept coaching and feedback from mentor / supervisor * Request clarification relating to tasks and projects prior to performing work, as needed * Maintain a clean and organized work space * Plan daily tasks effectively * Other duties, as assigned Requirements: * Must be a US Citizen or possess a valid unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States * High School diploma or GED * In good standing and actively enrolled in applicable, accredited degree program Physical Requirements: * As applicable based on Co-Op / Intern work assignment * Ability to remain in a seated and/or standing position for extended periods * Ability to wear PPE as required by internal protocol The selected candidate must be a US Citizen or possess a valid unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. Paragon Laboratories Inc. holds employee safety and quality of work in high regard. As a result, all offers of employment extended by Paragon will be contingent upon Paragons satisfaction with the results of a background check and drug screening for all potential employees. Paragon Laboratories, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status except as allowed by law, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Paragon Laboratories, Inc. has adopted the voluntary veterans preference employment policy, as provided for in Michigans Private Employers Veterans Preference Policy Act (the Act), being Michigan Compiled Laws Section 35.1201, et. seq. and may give voluntary preference to hiring or promoting a veteran, or retaining a veteran in the case of a reduction in workforce, over another equally qualified applicant or employee. If you are a veteran as defined in the Act, you are encouraged to notify Paragon in writing and to provide Paragon with documentation such as, but not limited to, a Form DD-214 so that Paragon may confirm your status as a veteran. Job Type: Internship Salary: $13.00 to $18.00 /hour Required work authorization: * United States 1 day ago - save job