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Form of workTremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Assist in various laboratory tasks, including conducting experiments, analyzing data, maintaining lab equipment, and collaborating with senior chemists to gain practical experience in the field of chemistry.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in setting up and conducting chemical experiments, following standard laboratory procedures and safety protocols, which may include preparing solutions, compounds, or reagents.
- Collect and analyze data from experiments or studies, using instruments like spectrophotometers, chromatographs, or microscopes, and may involve computer-based data analysis.
- Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment, including proper storage of chemicals, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Perform literature reviews and research to support ongoing projects or gather information for new experiments, which could involve reading scientific journals and summarizing findings.
- Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings from experiments or research, documenting procedures, results, and conclusions.
- Work collaboratively with other interns, chemists, and laboratory staff, participating in meetings, sharing findings, and contributing to team discussions.
- Prepare samples for testing and conduct routine tests, involving measuring, weighing, and mixing chemicals.
- Provide technical support to senior chemists or laboratory managers, which could include troubleshooting equipment issues or refining experimental methodologies.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
- Students pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering at an accredited college or university.
- Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior in good academic standing.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
- No prior experience is necessary, requires the propensity for learning, openness to training and a continuous improvement mindset.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficient in MS Tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.). SAP experience is preferred but not mandatory.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
All applicants must be available to work during the dates of the formal internship program which begins on June 3, 2024 and ends on August 8, 2024. Interns may work before and/or after the official program dates if desired and approved by the hiring manager.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
