Intern R&D Summer 2027

Parker Hannifin; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin’s Chomerics division in Woburn, MA seeks a student intern to apply knowledge in polymer science, chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics to dispensing characterization and material-process optimization.

The role includes presenting project updates, gaining experience across Parker products, and learning Six Sigma and DOE within a safety‑minded team environment. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a four-year degree program in related field with GPA 3.0+
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required
• Strong laboratory safety knowledge
• Understanding of statistics fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Develop professional knowledge in Parker products and processes
• Gain hands-on experience with polymer formulations and rheology
• Present project updates to team and staff
• Learn Six Sigma SPC concepts including DOE and gage R&R
• Support cross-functional project teams and design reviews
• Participate in trainings and apply methods for continuous improvement

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Four-year STEM degree candidate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Hannifin, a Fortune 250 company, is solving the world's greatest engineering challenges and driving the future of electronics technology. Parker Chomerics is part of a world leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality products that enable engineering breakthroughs for a cleaner and more sustainable world, including thermal interface materials, EMI shielding solutions, electrical grounding products, and conductive and non-conductive injection molded plastics.

Position Summary

Candidates in the technical fields of science, engineering, or physics will apply newly acquired knowledge to technical assignments and gain valuable, hands‑on experience for their future careers. Project assignments include dispensing characterization of different polymer formulations, dispensing material process optimization and rheology characterization of dispensing materials. Candidates will be required to present project updates to the team and staff. Candidates will gain experience across the breadth of Parker products, internal processes and systems, and technical customer requirements. Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Responsibilities

• Performs assignments designed to develop professional working knowledge and abilities that may include cross‑functional experience. Assignments are at a professional level and are vital to the applied material knowledge for Parker's Customers, Marketing, Engineers and R&D team.
• Actively acquires on‑the‑job training and knowledge of specialized scientific or engineering principles and techniques required for Parker products.
• Performs a variety of technical assignments to provide experience and familiarization with the technical or engineering staff, methods, practices, and programs of the company.
• The candidate will gain experience with six sigma statistical process control fundamentals including, but not limited to, process mapping, measurement system evaluation, gage R&R, and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Assists team members to accomplish their project assignments by completing specific analysis or well‑defined portions of the overall assignment. Will gain experience with project management techniques and participates in design or similar program reviews.
• Attends internal trainings/meetings and applies in work assignments. Learns to apply methods, measurements, and techniques for continuous improvement.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include participation with a cross‑functional project team.
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a four‑year degree program in related field, such as: Polymer Science, Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
• Candidate shall have completed sophomore year (20 credits minimum) with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Fundamental understanding of safe laboratory practices for product development and characterization.
• Fundamental understanding of statistical analysis.
• Ability to work effectively on a variety of scientific, engineering, and manufacturing assignments.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team member.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $18.37/hr to $30.61/hr
• No benefit plan eligibility

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. It is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
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Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.