Job Description

Intern: Scientist- Summer 2026 (Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry)

Location


US-NC-Hickory

ID


2025-2048

Category


Administrative

Position Type


I- Intern

Overview

This internship position is an excellent opportunity for a current STEM student looking to gain experience within a Research & Development (R&D) environment. This intern will work with R&D engineers and lab personnel on new product development and research projects and help with testing, problem solving, and data analysis.

5/26/26- 8/6/26

This internship is required to be in office minimum 4 days per week.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Learn test methods
• Participate in sample and prototype creation.
• Perform tests and collecting data
• Analyze data
• Consult with engineers and lab technicians on testing
• Participate in problem solving efforts
• Document and present results

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Intern candidate should be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Engineering
• Chemistry or engineering is a preferred field of sturdy (not required)
• Good communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
• Capable of working with others.
• Experience with using MS Office tools (i.e., Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to sit, stand and work in front of a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods of time
• Some light lifting may be required
• Manual dexterity for completion of technical tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our manufacturing facilities are built with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency and a collaborative work environment. We operate with a focus on being "Safe to the Core," aligning to the highest safety standards for all employees to ensure they can perform hands-on tasks with confidence, especially when handling materials and operating machinery and equipment. Working in organized shifts, our manufacturing employees are critical to our growth and success, which is why we prioritize and emphasize teamwork, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude toward continuous improvement.

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Shurtape Technologies, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including identity & expression), medical condition, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirement.

Job Tags

Summer work, Internship, Shift work,

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