Commercial Intern

Axalta • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

Are you a driven and innovative college student looking to jumpstart your career with a global leader in coatings technology? Axalta, a company renowned for its cutting-edge products and commitment to sustainability, is searching for talented individuals like you to join our Fast Track Early Talent Program. At Axalta, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and collaborate with industry experts. Whether you’re studying engineering, chemistry, business, or a related field, we offer diverse roles that can help you grow and shape the future of coatings. Want to ensure your career is firing on all cylinders? Join us and be part of a vibrant company where your ideas and contributions truly make a difference. Axalta is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Service & Program Engineering Intern to support cross-functional initiatives within our coatings business. This internship offers hands-on experience in technical problem-solving, customer support, product validation, and program execution within a fast-paced manufacturing and engineering environment. The intern will collaborate with technical service engineers, program managers, R&D teams, and manufacturing personnel to support customer programs, product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Chemical Engineering Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Chemistry or related technical field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to interpret technical data and generate clear documentation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to coatings, polymers, or surface science
• Experience with laboratory testing or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with statistical analysis or data visualization tools
• Project management or program coordination experience

Responsibilities

• Assist Technical Service Engineers in troubleshooting product performance and application-related issues at customer sites or within internal labs
• Support validation testing, data collection, and analysis for new or existing coating systems
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and customer-facing summaries
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives
• Assist in coordinating engineering program timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional communications
• Support program tracking tools, dashboards, and milestone reporting
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction
• Maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards

Benefits

• Real-world experience supporting customer-facing technical service activities
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing and product launch programs
• Cross-functional collaboration experience in engineering and operations
• Mentorship from industry professionals
• Insight into coatings technology and industrial applications

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern