Innovation Intern

Knauf Insulation • Shelbyville, IN

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About The Position

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
About the Role:
We are seeking an Innovation Intern to support technical projects within our Innovation Team. You will work across production, lab, and office environments, contribute to engineering and chemistry-related tasks, and complete a defined project during the session, presenting your findings and key learnings to a broad audience at the end.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or another technical field.
• Completion of at least the first full year of college/university.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem identification and solution development skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity and originality in completing work.
• Ability to travel for up to one week at a time.
• Self-motivation, troubleshooting, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in mathematics and/or chemistry.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• 3D printing experience and familiarity with design software (bonus).

Responsibilities

• Participate in production facility tours with a focus on basic fiberglass manufacturing processes.
• Learn about Knauf Insulation product groups and applications.
• Practice and promote safe work methods in multiple settings.
• Complete assigned project(s) during the session and deliver a summary presentation at session end.
• Support Innovation Team members with engineering or chemistry-related tasks.
• Collaborate and interact with Knauf Insulation personnel across various roles and functions.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with fiberglass manufacturing processes and thermal testing.
• Exposure to real-world engineering and chemistry applications in insulation products.
• Mentorship from Innovation Team members and cross-functional collaboration.
• Project ownership with an end-of-session presentation to a broad audience.
• Ability to travel for up to one week at a time as part of tours, project work, or collaboration across sites.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees