Colgate-Palmolive-posted 3 months ago
$23 - $29/Yr
Intern
Topeka, KS
5,001-10,000 employees
Chemical Manufacturing

Our paid summer internship program offers a unique chance to get hands-on experience applying analytical chemistry to improving pet health. You won't be just an extra set of hands; you'll be a key part of our team, working on a substantial project with one-on-one mentorship from one of our experts. This internship is designed to give you both practical lab skills and professional growth. You'll gain direct exposure to senior leaders, and our program provides opportunities to network with other students who share your career interests. We encourage you to use your downtime to connect with our team and learn how you can grow with us. As an Analytical Lab Intern, you will focus on projects within an analytical team to leverage and implement automated processes and help improve the efficiency of current methods. This role is perfect for a student eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world challenges in a fast-paced, innovative lab environment.

  • Program, calibrate, maintain and operate robotic instruments for the preparation of chemical solutions, ensuring accurate and reproducible results.
  • Optimize and execute GC-FID and GCMS methods for both liquid and gaseous (headspace) samples.
  • Process, analyze, and interpret GCFID and GC/MS data, including chromatogram review, peak identification, and method troubleshooting.
  • Apply calibration standards and quantitative analysis approaches to accurately determine concentrations of target analytes.
  • Perform method validation activities and utilize statistical methods to evaluate accuracy and reproducibility.
  • Maintain documentation of analytical procedures, instrument maintenance, and results in accordance with laboratory quality systems.
  • Collaborate with team members to support method development, validation, and continuous improvement projects.
  • Junior or Senior students seeking a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Forensic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with computer programming is desirable.
  • Knowledge of GC/MS instruments for both liquid and headspace sampling. Hands-on experience in those instruments is preferred.
  • Familiarity with calibration techniques, quantification methods, and lab data systems.
  • Strong background in statistical methods and data analysis.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without future sponsorship needs.
  • Salary Range $23.50 - $29.00 USD
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays.
  • Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and location.
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