Digital R&D Intern

Covestro; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Covestro is offering a summer 2027 internship at our Pittsburgh, PA site for approximately 12 weeks. You will work within the Digital R&D area, supporting projects that apply AI-powered robotics and automation to enhance R&D operations.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in engineering programs with coursework in robotics, AI, or automation and are rising juniors joining Covestro to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in bachelor's degree program in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Software Engineering or equivalent.
• Rising Junior at the start of the internship (May 2027).
• Preferred: Robotics, AI/automation coursework or projects.”

Responsibilities

• Support Covestro's digital transformation projects in R&D.
• Apply AI-powered robotics and automation to improve R&D efficiency and outcomes.

Skills

Robotics

AI/Automation

Data Analysis

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related Engineering

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Covestro, our strategy to focus on customer and market needs, drive sustainable growth, and become fully circular rests on our ability to transform our plants to carbon and resource neutral facilities.

You will learn about Covestro products, which can include their chemistry, applications, end uses, customer base, and future business opportunities. You may also get a hands-on experience in research environment, as well as an up-close view of our technical and commercial operations. You will be able to apply your knowledge and education to actual R&D projects through support of new product/technology development that helps solving real world problems. From next generation engineering plastics to material solutions for circular economy, opportunities abound for ground-breaking R&D that lets you be creative and imaginative yet analytical and precise.

The internship program will be in the summer of 2027, offered at our Pittsburgh, PA site and lasts approximately 12 weeks.

Responsibilities

At Covestro, our strategy to focus on customer and market needs, drive sustainable growth, and become fully circular rests on a foundation of digital transformation. Our digital transformation touches work areas as diverse as Digital Infrastructure, Knowledge Flow, Data-Driven R&D, and R&D Simulations. As an intern in the Digital R&D area, you will support projects in Covestro's digital transformation strategy, applying AI-powered robotics and automation technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our R&D operations.

WHAT YOU OFFER

Basic Qualifications:

• Enrolled in bachelor's degree program with a major in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent

• Rising Junior at the start of the internship (May 2027)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Major or minor in Robotics, Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related interdisciplinary programs combining engineering with AI/automation

• Coursework or project experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, or automation systems

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills including an ability to interactand establish strong working relationships with diverse individuals.

• Project coordination with the ability to be proactive and identify creative, effective technical solutions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

YOUR APPLICATION

Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume.

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