Chemical Engineer, Intern (Summer 2027)
About The Position
As a Polymers Chemical Engineering Intern, you will work closely with our engineering and maintenance teams to support projects and initiatives within MAPEI’s Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain functions. You will gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment while applying engineering principles to real-world projects. This experience may lead to future full-time engineering opportunities within corporate engineering or field operations. The program is a full-time schedule (40 hours per week) for 12 weeks, from May to August 2027, offering practical, hands-on learning at MAPEI’s West Chicago manufacturing facility.
Requirements
- Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical field (juniors and seniors preferred)
- Strong communication skills
- Initiative, curiosity, and an innovative mindset
- Strong motivation to learn and succeed
- Willingness to travel
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering assignments using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret relevant data and performance metrics.
- Document and maintain technical products and project data.
- Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and other project deliverables.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and other cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Hourly Pay rate up to $23.00 commensurate on role and location
- Housing stipends consideration, available in certain situations
- Mentorship and opportunities to collaborate with experienced engineering professionals
- Hands-on field and business experience
- Permanent full-time job opportunities after graduation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
