Application Engineering Intern – Adhesives (Hands-On Impact)

Henkel; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exciting projects

Online learning platform with courses

Networking events with leaders

Ongoing feedback discussions

Social events for interns

Job summary

Henkel invites undergraduate engineers to join as an Application Engineering Intern for Technomelt and Aquence in Bridgewater, MA. You will gain hands-on experience through independent projects in the Application Center, conducting lab tests and contributing to customer solution development.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, operate benchtop lab equipment, and participate in mentorship and networking events throughout the May–August internship.

Qualifications

• Engineering student (sophomore or junior) in Chemical, Material Science or Mechanical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of adhesives and adhesion principles is a plus.
• Proficient in standard lab techniques and chemical handling.
• Strong problem‑solving, data analysis and troubleshooting abilities.
• Committed to lab safety and handling hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience by working on independent projects in the Application Center.
• Conduct and optimize laboratory test methods to evaluate properties of adhesive products.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment such as viscometers and tensile testers.
• Collect, record, and analyze data; assist in preparing reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop adhesive solutions for packaging and labeling.

Skills

Adhesives knowledge

Laboratory skills

Analytical abilities

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering student (sophomore or junior)

Tools

Viscometers

Tensile testers

3D printers

Benchtop equipment

Job description

Henkel invites undergraduate engineers to join as an Application Engineering Intern for Technomelt and Aquence in Bridgewater, MA. You will gain hands-on experience through independent projects in the Application Center, conducting lab tests and contributing to customer solution development.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, operate benchtop lab equipment, and participate in mentorship and networking events throughout the May–August internship.