Chemical Engineering Intern: Sensor Design & Lab Research

Emerson Electric Co; Shakopee (MN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. in Minneapolis–St. Paul area is seeking an undergraduate intern/Co-op in chemical engineering or chemistry to contribute to sensor design and testing projects. You will perform lab experiments, analyze data, and help develop test plans with guidance from engineers and scientists.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, rigorous documentation, and communication of results. Pertainent coursework and safety practices are important, with on‑site work in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience in analytical chemistry, electrochemistry, or sensor design.
• Familiarity with measurement technologies such as pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, or optical sensing.
• Laboratory experience, including safe chemical handling practices.
• Prior internship or undergraduate research experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own a defined design project or project segment, contributing to new product development, sensor design improvement, or technology investigation efforts.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments and evaluations to characterize sensor or system performance.
• Develop test plans and propose design approaches for investigating technical questions or validating design concepts.
• Analyze experimental data and translate findings into actionable design recommendations.
• Document results through technical reports, design summaries, and presentations to project teams and leadership.
• Research and source materials, components, or equipment needed to support design objectives.
• Collaborate with engineers, chemists, technicians, manufacturing personnel, and other stakeholders across functional disciplines.
• Support test solution preparation, laboratory equipment maintenance, and test setup development.
• Maintain laboratory safety by safely handling chemicals and following established testing procedures.
• Support additional technical initiatives as business needs arise.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Electrochemistry

Sensor design

pH measurements

Conductivity

Laboratory safety

Internship experience

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry (pursuing)

Job description

Emerson Electric Co. in Minneapolis–St. Paul area is seeking an undergraduate intern/Co-op in chemical engineering or chemistry to contribute to sensor design and testing projects. You will perform lab experiments, analyze data, and help develop test plans with guidance from engineers and scientists.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, rigorous documentation, and communication of results. Pertainent coursework and safety practices are important, with on‑site work in Minnesota.