Laboratory Intern - Fall 2026 Part-Time

Avient • Avon Lake, OH

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This is a paid internship within our polymer lab, with the potential to move into a Summer 2027 internship.

Requirements

• Working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field.
• Excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion.
• Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands.
• Competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
• Able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, thermal analysis, physical property and fire science test methods as needed.
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with good safety practices.
• Respond to internal and external requests.
• Train in other areas of Corporate Technology.
• Often work with fellow members of technology team to obtain a complete understanding of the solution to an analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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