Chemistry Intern - Summer 2027

STERIS • Plymouth, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Intern will gain hands-on experience in applied chemistry and analytical testing while supporting STERIS’s Reprocessing Product Development team. The role supports new product development and the sustaining of existing products, including cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization chemistries. The intern executes laboratory tasks and testing activities according to predefined requirements and test protocols, processes data, and contributes to the development of chemistry products.

The internship runs from May through August 2027 in Plymouth, Minnesota. It is full-time and onsite. The pay range is $20–$25 per hour; actual pay may depend on factors such as local labor market costs, relevant experience, education, certifications, and language fluency. The position is open until filled. STERIS describes its benefits portfolio as comprehensive and competitive and provides a link to a complete benefits list, but does not specify individual benefits in the posting.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Completed sophomore-level coursework or above by May 2027.
• Coursework and laboratory experience in General, Organic, and Analytical Chemistry.
• Fundamental understanding and application of chemistry principles.
• Sufficient mathematical and hands-on laboratory skills to handle chemicals and operate equipment safely and accurately, and to collect and analyze data properly.
• Previous experience or coursework with general laboratory techniques, including solution preparation, volumetric glassware, analytical balances, pH meters, and titrations.
• Previous experience or coursework with analytical chemistry and instrumental analysis.
• Experience or coursework with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Organizational, communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Technical aptitude, attention to detail, ability to communicate well, follow through, and work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or coursework with statistical or data analysis software such as Minitab or JMP.
• Experience or coursework with chromatography, such as HPLC or GC.
• Experience or coursework with spectroscopy and surface or material characterization, such as UV-Vis, FTIR, ICP, or TOC.
• Experience or coursework with formulation chemistry, surfactants, or disinfectant and cleaning chemistries.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulating, preparing, and documenting chemical solutions and prototype formulations to meet company, team, and group goals.
• Perform analytical testing and characterization of chemistries and raw materials using laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, pH meters, and titration equipment.
• Write test protocols and reports, and maintain laboratory notebooks in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Collect and analyze data.
• Support stability, material compatibility, and cleaning efficacy studies.
• Communicate results and findings.
• Collaborate as a team member on chemistry and product development projects.
• Follow laboratory safety practices, SDS requirements, industry standards, and quality system procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern