Chemical Research Technology Internship - Summer 2026

Parker • Erie, PA

59d

About The Position

Here at Parker Lord, our purpose is simple yet powerful: we work alongside customers as a trusted partner to enable technology breakthroughs that change the world for the better. To do this, we need the strongest possible talent and our Internship Programs have been developed in a way that you get an opportunity to show us your potential. These programs have been in place for years at Parker Lord and some of our most successful leaders started their career with us in an Internship role. Do you want to become one of our future success stories? By joining our Internship Program, you will become a valued member of our team - tackling challenging issues, delivering truly impactful results, and providing you the opportunity to grow both technically and personally through practical working experience. You will be responsible for providing support to various product development, technical service initiatives and application development growth projects involving Parker Lord coatings and adhesives. Typical tasks may include chemical synthesis, product formulation, product property and performance testing, sample preparation, product application, and preparation of technical documentation/reports, data mining, and statistical analysis (design of experiments). Your objective is to enable technology breakthroughs that serve the most important, yet least satisfied, outcomes of interest for our customers, providing solutions that deliver compelling value and unparalleled performance. We are the innovators, the disrupters, the change agents. Join our team, and together, let's challenge what's possible and shape tomorrow with greater ideas…Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.

Requirements

• GPA 3.0 or better
• Being enrolled in a Bachelor's or advanced degree program in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or related degree program.
• Strong leadership skills and a “can do” attitude.
• Strong technical aptitude and analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer proficiency and the ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Strong innovation and creative thinking, self-motivated.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information.
• Detail oriented individual with demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team member.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Acquiring knowledge of various department's operations, functions, responsibilities, and workflow.
• Observing work assignments performed by others and actively participate in hands-on projects and/or special assignments.
• Maintaining communication with program coach/mentor to provide feedback on departmental assignments and program improvements.
• Attending related training and applying it in work assignments.
• Performing other related responsibilities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern