Job Description

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW: ITW’s internship program provides unparalleled access to challenging opportunities in high-growth, dynamic industries.  Interns are encouraged to think and act like entrepreneurs and are provided significant responsibility and autonomy to get things done.  As an intern, you will gain substantial personal learning and career development opportunities through ownership of real-world job assignments, strong coaching and mentorship and networking with senior leaders across the Enterprise.  Learn more about ITW’s internship program at www.intinterns.com      

We are looking for an enthusiastic R&D Chemist intern to join our R&D Innovation team during the Fall of 2021.  This internship position will expose the candidate to the concepts and practices of performing Technology investigations, including Market and IP characterization, as well as providing immersion into the field of analytical testing.  The position will involve the combination of primary/secondary research, analysis, interpretation, product testing and reporting on assigned topics.

This internship will help you grow your professional skills and broaden your experience as you contribute to the R&D group and our company-wide goals.

What you will do:

• Formulate chemistries under supervision.  Mix and test formulations and report results.
• General lab testing, read samples, and enter data into system as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments or process.
• Follow all quality procedures and safety rules.
• Lab maintenance of equipment and materials. Work area must be kept in a clean and orderly condition.
• Keep updated in the field by reading technical literature, attending lectures, and industry seminars.

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

• Junior or Senior, pursuing a degree in Chemistry or a similar technical field.

• One plus ears relevant work experience a plus

• Willing to learn new processes and business practices.

• A driving intellectual curiosity

• Experience in laboratory chemistry formulation, is a plus.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Understand and follow all company policies and procedures.

• Understands the importance of safety in operations; must maintain a safety mindset at all times.

Additional Information

Must be local to the Houston area.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.