Chemist Intern: Hands-on Lab & Coatings (Summer 2027)

Guardian Protection Products; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Carboline, a St. Louis‑based coatings manufacturer, invites rising chemistry students to join a 12‑week Summer 2027 Chemist Intern program.

The internship runs May 17, 2027 to August 6, 2027 and offers hands‑on work in product development, applied research, and analytical testing under the guidance of senior chemists. You will own a real‑world project focused on high‑performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing technologies, gain experience in lab work, present findings to industry leaders,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Available to work 30-40 hours per week from May through August.
• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands‑on experience with lab instruments and testing procedures.
• Participate in applied research, review literature, form hypotheses, and analyze data to support technical initiatives.
• Design and execute experiments under mentorship as part of a defined project.
• Analyze results and present meaningful conclusions to stakeholders.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and lab best practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

Carboline, a St. Louis‑based coatings manufacturer, invites rising chemistry students to join a 12‑week Summer 2027 Chemist Intern program.

The internship runs May 17, 2027 to August 6, 2027 and offers hands‑on work in product development, applied research, and analytical testing under the guidance of senior chemists. You will own a real‑world project focused on high‑performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing technologies, gain experience in lab work, present findings to industry leaders,