R&D PCG Innovation Division Summer Internship- Brecksville, OH

Sherwin-Williams • Brecksville, OH

9d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a 12-week internship in Sherwin-Williams’ Performance Coatings Group (PCG) Research and Development Division. Interns are assigned to a specific laboratory and provided with a mentor. Each intern receives a technical project to present at the end of the assignment, participates on a project team, and receives periodic performance reviews. The program also includes networking and learning events and provides experience working in groups with other interns and co-ops.

The position is based at the Brecksville Morikis Global Technology Center in Brecksville, Ohio, and supports the R&D Performance Coatings Group. The tentative start date is May 24, 2027. Hires must complete a background check before starting. The role involves contact with employees and access to confidential, proprietary, or other valuable information and items; the company states that criminal-history review is necessary to protect its business, operations, reputation, staff, and business relationships.

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) at the time of the internship.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without requiring employment-visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Be willing to work up to 40 hours per week for 12 weeks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.8.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a Sherwin-Williams R&D internship or co-op program.
• Be a rising or current sophomore, junior, or senior at a college or university when the internship program begins.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-week learning experience in the Performance Coatings Group R&D Division.
• Work in an assigned laboratory with a mentor.
• Complete a technical project and present it at the end of the internship.
• Participate on a project team and take part in periodic performance reviews.
• Attend networking and learning events.
• Gain experience working in groups with other interns and co-ops.

Benefits

• The company describes a range of benefits relating to retirement, health care, well-being, and commuting; candidates are directed to the company benefits website for details and eligibility.
• The company describes opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and grow professionally.
• The company describes an inclusive team and a commitment to its communities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern