Chemical Engineer Intern or Chemistry Intern (Summer 2027)

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Dyno Nobel Inc. in Missouri is offering a Chemistry/Chemical Engineering internship role. You will gain hands-on manufacturing experience by supporting Lab Chemists, Operations, and Management while completing specific projects.

The internship emphasizes laboratory work, quality control of hazardous materials, and adherence to ISO 9001:2015 standards, with mentorship and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Junior level standing pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory support to plant operations
• Perform routine quality control tests on all produced materials including mixed acid, dynamite, emulsion, cast boosters, PETN, nitroglycerin
• Provide document control support for all operations
• Provide ISO 9001:2015 support for laboratory
• Understand shipping requirements for hazardous materials
• Maintain accurate ATF records for explosive materials from receipt to disposition
• Report abnormal test results to Lab Lead Chemist
• Provide assistance for ISO, Quality, Environmental, or administrative needs

Skills

Teamwork

Laboratory experience

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a Chemical Engineer / Chemistry Intern, you will gain manufacturing experience through working with Lab Chemist, Operations, and Management while completing determined projects and applying education. Some duties will include:

• Provide laboratory support to plant operations.

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• Perform all routine quality control tests on all produced materials to include mixed acid, dynamite, emulsion, cast boosters, PETN, nitroglycerin, etc.
• Provide document control support for all operations
• Provide ISO 9001:2015support for laboratory
• Understand shipping requirements for hazardous materials.
• Maintain accurate ATF records for explosive materials, from receipt to interim magazine storage to disposition using the Daily Summary of Magazine Transaction (DSMT) forms.
• Report abnormal test results to Lab Lead Chemist
• Provide assistance when needed for the plant in any ISO, Quality, Environmental, or administrative needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Junior level standing pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

Why Intern with Dyno Nobel?

• Safety- Zero Harm is our number one priority
• #1 Supplier of industrial explosives in North America
• Cutting edge Technology
• 180+ Years of Practical Innovation
• Tough challenges that allow you to put your problem-solving skills in action

About your internship

Pay: $24.00 an hour

• Gain hands on working experience to demonstrate your educational skills and gain industry knowledge.
• Develop skills that will allow you to excel in your educational program
• Getpracticalexperience in a professionalenvironment.
• Ability to collaborate andgenerate new ideas within the team
• Provide engineering knowledge in order to define your skill set
• Develop further skills to help you confidentlyreach your education and/orprofessional goals.
• Work alongside and learnfrom a diverse group ofleaders
• Create relationshipsto start building your professional network.
• Assigned a dedicated mentor to provide you with valuable coaching and feedback to ensure you are reaching yourgoals
• Provided witha dedicated internship coordinator to ensureongoingsupport

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law