Encapsys Analytical Year-Round Intern

Milliken & Company; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Milliken & Company seeks an Analytical Laboratory Technician Intern at our Wisconsin facility. This 12-month internship offers flexible hours: about 12–20 hours per week during the school year and full-time during breaks and summer.

You’ll assist with routine testing under SOPs, gaining hands-on experience in a safety-conscious lab environment. Responsibilities include performing routine analyses, recording data, maintaining instruments, and supporting senior staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college pursuing a lab-related degree.
• Lab experience or lab safety training is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lab tests including physical and chemical analyses of capsule samples.
• Support lab staff by using approved testing methods to meet department objectives.
• Collect, compile, and report data in spreadsheets; ensure timely testing.
• Operate and maintain lab instrumentation.
• Communicate results to customers and document procedures.
• Order materials and equipment to support testing and keep records.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Ability to work with minimal_supervis_

Adaptability to shifting priorities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate student enrolled in a college pursuing Lab Science/Chemistry/Biology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagramand LinkedIn.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Analytical Laboratory TechnicianInternis responsible fortheaccurateandtimelycompletion of routine testing by following establishedSOP's.This internship is available for 12-months, starting inFall 2026. The intern should expect to work about12 - 20hours per week during the academic year and full-time during school breaks and throughout the summer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform various routine laboratory functions in a safe,preciseandaccuratefashion toassistthe laboratory professional staff including physical and chemical analysis of capsule samples.

• Achieve department and companyobjectivesusing a variety of testing methods and procedures.

• Gather, compile, and report data in spreadsheet form. Responsible for thetimelyandaccuratetesting of products to ensure compliance.

• Use various pieces of lab testing instrumentation

• Communicate results to appropriate customers

• Follow documented procedures and prepare documentation asrequired

• Order materials and equipment to support testing

• Record information in a fashion consistent with department policy

• Set up,operateand maintain lab equipment/instrumentation

• Suggest ways to do things better and more efficient

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• High school diploma or GED.

• Accepted or enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university as a full-timeundergraduateactively pursuing a degree in Laboratory Science,Chemistry,Biologyor related field throughout internship.

• Prior experience in a lab environment or completion of a lab safety course isrequired.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Detail-oriented andsafetyfocused.

• Ability to complete tasks with little supervision.

• Ability to shiftpriority of testing needs.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word.

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Strong teamorientation andorganizationalskills.

• Ability to interact effectively withinternalcustomersand team members.

• Capable of working in a flexible, often shifting environment.

• Ability to prioritize dynamic workload.

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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