Job Title: Technical Development Chemist Intern 2026

Job Location (Short): Allentown, PA, USA, 18109

Posting Start Date: 2/11/26

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) Technical Development Chemist Intern 2026.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our WSMI Technical team. This internship offers hands-on experience in Research & Development, Silicone Chemistry, Production Realization, Quality Control, and Project Management, as well as professional development opportunities, and exposure to real-world projects that make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with Product Development and Product Realization for Contract Development Customer Projects
Conduct research and compile data for specification targets
Support team members in specification development for product validation
Attend team meetings and contribute ideas
Prepare reports, presentations, or documentation as needed
Create and present a Project Presentation at the end of the internship
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Rising sophomore or higher pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
Available full-time in person (Mon–Fri) for our 12 week program
Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain confidentiality
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Eagerness to learn and take initiative
Knowledge of basic chemistry
- Basic hands-on lab experience, including:
- Building or assembling prototypes
- Conducting simple tests or experiments
- Following test protocols and safety procedures
Familiarity with prototype development processes (from coursework, labs, or projects)
Ability to support design iterations based on testing results

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing fund
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
401(k) with company match
Education Assistance Program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 30682

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 any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.