Chemist R&D, Intern (Summer 2027) FL

Mapei; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipends consideration

Mentorship and exposure to multiple팀

Job summary

MAPEI is seeking an R&D Chemist Intern to support R&D and Quality teams, gaining hands-on lab experience. The program includes rotations across R&D labs and factory locations, with potential for future full-time opportunities after graduation.

The position offers 40 hours per week, May–August 2027 (12 weeks), with host locations including Deerfield Beach, FL and other U.S. sites. Compensation up to $23/hour plus housing stipends in some cases.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Initiative, curiosity and an innovative mindset.
• Strong motivation to learn and succeed.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory testing work.
• Prepare and maintain lab notes.
• Assist in generating reports and presentations for the technical team.
• Work as part of the R&D team to execute department goals.
• Work on special projects and initiatives in a laboratory setting.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Initiative and curiosity

Innovative mindset

Motivation to learn

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

The Opportunity

As an R&D Chemist Intern, you will collaborate with our R&D and Quality teams to support projects and special initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in day-to-day laboratory operations. This experience may lead to future full-time Lab Technician opportunities within an R&D laboratory or field Quality Control team.

• Work as part of the R&D team to execute department goals
• Work on special projects and initiatives in a laboratory setting
• Support laboratory testing work
• Prepare and maintain lab notes
• Assist in generating reports and presentations for the technical team
  

The Program Details

• Fulltime schedule (40 hours weekly)
• Internship Duration: May – August 2027 (12 weeks)
• Rotations: R&D Laboratory (technical training) & practical learning at factory locations
• Host Locations: Deerfield Beach FL, Calhoun GA, Swedesboro NJ, Garland, TX

What’s in it for you?

• Hourly Pay rate up to $23.00 commensurate on role and location
• Housing stipends consideration, available in certain situations
• Mentorship and exposure to various technical, operational, and commercial teams
• Hands-on field and business experience
• Permanent full-time job opportunities after graduation

What you bring

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (juniors and seniors preferred)
• Strong communication skills
• Initiative, curiosity, and an innovative mindset
• Strong motivation to learn and succeed
• Willingness to travel

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities MAPEIP3

MAPEI is a world leader in the manufacturing of solutions of excellence for the building industry. Founded in Milan in 1937, MAPEI has more than 11,000 employees worldwide, with 100 subsidiaries in 57 countries and 86 manufacturing plants in 35 nations. Working for MAPEI

Our products are sold in residential and commercial channels, including national retail organizations. Some of our products include mortars, grouts, adhesives, concrete restorations products and various types of concrete and cement admixtures. We are extremely focused on green and sustainability initiatives, currently channeling 70% of our research work done into the development of sustainable products.

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