Intern - Polymers Technical Service Job Details

Date: Nov 6, 2024

Location: Allentown

Company: Wacker Chemical Corporation

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in Allentown,

we are looking for you as a(n) Intern - Polymers Technical Service.

This is Us:

You know us. You just didn’t know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Polymers Technical Service Intern at our site in Allentown, PA.

What you will do:

The Polymers Technical Service Intern will be working with the Construction Polymers Team. This internship will focus on projects evaluating physical properties of cementitious mortars and effects from the interactions of different inorganic and organic chemistries. This is a hands-on evaluation in accordance with ASTM, ANSI and ISO testing standards, as well as evaluation by design of experiment (DOE) and baselining raw materials.

Learn testing and parameters of other projects on-going within the technical group at the time of their assignment.
Exposure to other technical departments to assist in gaining a better understand of the breadth of Wacker's applications, and other functions of the business.

What we need from you:

Currently a rising sophomore or higher and attending school to obtain a college degree in the field of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or similar degree.
Available full-time in-person commitment (Monday through Friday) for a Summer Internship
Ability to practice laboratory safety and hygiene.
Ability to work in a team-work environment and possess good interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Able to follow laboratory procedures and safety measures.
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Effective time-management abilities
Ability to positively present our company.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Requirement: Must be able to stand/work in a laboratory environment for extended periods of time.
Physical Requirement: Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 27799

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.