Product Development Intern (Chemist)

Are you a current college student who is looking to gain hands-on industry experience? If so, check out our paid internship program! 

Why Ellsworth Corporation 

What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?  

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!  

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Product Development Intern opportunity available. This role reports into our ResinLab Division located in Germantown, WI. This is a full-time summer internship opportunity (approximately 10-12 weeks).  

What Our Internship Program Will Do for You 

As an intern, you will take your studies and continue to build your skills. You will be provided an individualized work plan that will guide you throughout the program, allowing you to make an impact to the business. Throughout this opportunity, you will receive coaching from your manager and mentor. You will have an opportunity to learn about our company, while working alongside a team of experienced professionals in the field. You will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities and projects designed to give you exposure to our business.  

Additionally 

• Ongoing guidance and feedback 
• Opportunity to build professional relationships 
• Network with other professionals and interns 
• Cross-functional exposure to different departments and leaders 

Examples of Internship Projects 

• Work on sample products for potential customers 
• Performing test methods including and not limited to generating data for Technical Data Sheets (TDS) which will be sent to customers 
• Exposure and learning laboratory equipment/test methods 
• Optimization of laboratory organization and workflow 
• Contribute to the laboratory’s FT-IR library and in digitization of records 

Required Qualifications 

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited university or college required 
• Completion of sophomore year and junior year standing preferred 
• Major in a related field of study, I.E. Chemistry preferred
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred 
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team and work in a fast-paced environment 
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills 

 

Ellsworth Corporation is an industry leading global corporation, we specialize in the distribution, manufacturing and custom packaging of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment.  We stand apart from the competition by going above and beyond high quality products. We offer expert assistance, valuable services, decades of experience, and a host of resources to ensure we're providing the best possible solution for our customers’ applications. 

 

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