2027 Summer Intern: Product Chemistry

Haleon Brasil Ltda.; United States; Presencial; USD 28.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Haleon, a leading consumer health company, offers an R&D Product Chemistry internship based in the United States. You will work alongside experienced scientists on real product development projects within a collaborative research environment.

Interns gain hands-on laboratory experience, performing sample preparation, conducting experiments, and contributing ideas to improve workflows under the guidance of senior scientists.

Formación

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• Completed introductory science coursework with strong interest in pursuing science or research.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, and pipettes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment following good laboratory practices.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare samples for laboratory analysis and assist with maintaining instruments used in daily operations.
• Support R&D projects by conducting experiments under the guidance of senior scientists.
• Contribute ideas to improve sample preparation, data processing, and laboratory workflows.
• Set up, maintain, and dismantle experimental equipment as needed.
• Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness, including glassware washing, inventory organization, and routine lab housekeeping.

Conocimientos

Lab safety

Data analysis

Communication

Pipettes

Educación

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/related field

Introductory science coursework

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Pipettes

Descripción del empleo

Welcome to Haleon. We're a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we've grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter - one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands - including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® - lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it's time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose - to deliver better everyday health with humanity - at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

About the Role

The R&D Product Chemistry team studies how product chemistry influences the performance of our consumer health products. Through hands-on laboratory work, experimentation, and data analysis, we help develop the scientific understanding needed to create the next generation of innovative products. As an intern, you'll work alongside experienced scientists and gain exposure to real product development projects in a collaborative research environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare samples for laboratory analysis and assist with maintaining instruments used in daily operations.
• Support R&D projects by conducting experiments under the guidance of senior scientists.
• Contribute ideas to improve sample preparation, data processing, and laboratory workflows.
• Set up, maintain, and dismantle experimental equipment as needed.
• Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness, including glassware washing, inventory organization, and routine lab housekeeping activities.

Essential Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific field.
• Completed introductory science coursework with a strong interest in pursuing a career in science or research.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, and pipettes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment while following good laboratory practices and safety procedures.
• Capable of working in a laboratory setting for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous laboratory coursework or hands-on laboratory experience.
• Strong curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Exposure to analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, or calorimetry.

Eligibility and Program Requirements:

• This internship requires working at the designated location. Candidates requiring relocation are responsible for arranging and funding their own housing, transportation, and relocation needs.
• Candidate must be able to work full-time (40 hours/ week) Monday-Friday ~8am-5pm for 12 weeks.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship in the future. Work authorization documentation will be required during the application process.
• The position is based in Richmond, requiring an in-office presence of 4-5 days per week

Expected start date: June 2027

Compensation for this internship is based on academic standing and degree program:

• Freshman: $20.00/hour
• Sophomore: $22.50/hour
• Junior: $24.50/hour
• Senior: $26.00/hour

Job Posting End Date

2026-11-21

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected - all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It's important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers