Encapsys Analytical Year-Round Intern

Milliken•Appleton, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader that focuses on materials science to deliver breakthroughs. The Analytical Laboratory Technician Intern will be responsible for accurately and timely completing routine testing by following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This is a 12-month internship opportunity, commencing in Fall 2026. The intern is expected to work approximately 12-20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during school breaks and summer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Accepted or enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university as a full-time undergraduate actively pursuing a degree in Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field throughout the internship.
Prior experience in a lab environment or completion of a lab safety course.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Detail-oriented and safety-focused.
Ability to complete tasks with little supervision.
Ability to shift priority of testing needs.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word.
Strong team orientation and organizational skills.
Ability to interact effectively with internal customers and team members.
Capable of working in a flexible, often shifting environment.
Ability to prioritize dynamic workload.

Responsibilities

Perform various routine laboratory functions in a safe, precise, and accurate fashion to assist the laboratory professional staff, including physical and chemical analysis of capsule samples.
Achieve department and company objectives using a variety of testing methods and procedures.
Gather, compile, and report data in spreadsheet form.
Ensure timely and accurate testing of products to maintain compliance.
Utilize various pieces of lab testing instrumentation.
Communicate results to appropriate customers.
Follow documented procedures and prepare documentation as required.
Order materials and equipment to support testing.
Record information in a manner consistent with department policy.
Set up, operate, and maintain lab equipment/instrumentation.
Suggest improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.