Material Science Co-Op

Bayer•Chesterfield, MO

1d•$26 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

As a Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering Co‑op, you support our Corporate Materials Engineer in materials testing and identification, failure analysis, and mechanical integrity; you primarily focus on helping to identify appropriate materials of construction for new chemical manufacturing processes, while also contributing to failure analysis of existing equipment and piping; you are based in Saint Louis (Chesterfield) and collaborate with colleagues across sites in the USA and South America to strengthen safe, reliable, and cost‑effective manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline
Must have completed at least 1 year of a Bachelor's program
Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Good problem‑solving skills and a high degree of personal initiative in a laboratory and plant environment
Excellent organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Ability to work well in a team environment and within a diverse, cross‑site culture

Nice To Haves

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and how materials performance impacts safety, reliability, and cost
Experience in corrosion testing or failure analysis through coursework, labs, or prior internships

Responsibilities

Support efforts to identify appropriate materials of construction for new chemical manufacturing processes and for existing equipment and piping
Conduct materials literature searches and analyze existing material applications to inform material selection
Set up corrosion coupons in the lab, analyze results, and translate findings into clear recommendations
Contribute to materials of construction recommendations based on testing results, process conditions, and available economic data
Perform failure analysis testing in the lab, document observations, and support preparation of clear, data‑driven reports
Help develop and refine Mechanical Integrity programs for existing manufacturing processes in close collaboration with site teams
Work closely with Corporate Materials Engineers, Reliability and Integrity Management Engineers, and manufacturing sites to drive cross‑functional solutions and support field investigations that may require travel