Laboratory Technician Intern

KTA-Tator, Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

KTA-Tator, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician Intern for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 term. The position offers hands-on experience in analytical and physical testing in our Findlay Township laboratory and requires a commitment to in-person work.

Responsibilities include sample prep, bench and instrumental testing, and assistance with projects. The ideal candidate is pursuing a related degree and is eager to gain real-world lab experience in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in material science, chemistry, engineering or other related discipline.
• Willingness to work with strong odors and messy materials.
• Ability to work as a team member as well as independently.
• Interest in applied science.
• Applicants must be able to reliably report to the office in-person during scheduled working hours.
• Technical writing experience - desired.
• Physical requirements: vision, dexterity, lifting up to 40+ pounds, protective equipment use, and long periods of standing.

Responsibilities

• Sample preparation.
• Bench, instrumental, and physical testing experiments.
• Sample disposal.
• Assistance with other projects, as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Technical writing

Applied science

Education

Material science/Engineering degree

Job description

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KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a consulting engineering firm internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion and asset protection with corporate headquarters based near the Pittsburgh International Airport in Findlay Township.

KTA is a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an employee-owned company run with family-inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued. We wear jeans, have great perks (onsite fitness center, hair salon, massage days, outdoor patio, employee garden to name a few), and host fundraising, wellness, and employee events that celebrate our company and employee success. The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other, the company, and our clients successful. At KTA, you’ll work with and learn from the best in the industry!

We are currently searching for a Laboratory Technician Intern for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 school term.

You will gain real-world experience in a variety of day-to-day analytical and physical testing laboratory responsibilities. If you aren’t afraid to dive right in and tackle projects, have a creative side, and enjoy juggling a variety of responsibilities... then this is the internship for you! As a Laboratory Technician Intern, you will take on tasks such as:

• Sample preparation
• Bench, instrumental, and physical testing experiments
• Sample disposal
• Assistance with other projects, as needed

Position Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in material science, chemistry, engineering or other related discipline
• Willingness to work with strong odors and messy materials
• Ability to work as a team member as well as independently
• Interest in applied science
• Applicants must be able to reliably report to theoffice in-person during scheduled working hours.
• Technical writing experience -desired
• Physical Requirements: Near distance vision, color vision; ability to safely lift 40 or more pounds, feel textures, wear respiratory protection, and stand for long periods of time; ability to type, write, speak, see, and hear with or without modification/reasonable accommodation.

Details:

• Hours: 12+ hours weekly (in-person)
• Duration: Fall 2026 through May 2027*
• Pay: $15/hour
• Location: Because this internship requires onsite attendance, candidates must be prepared to commute to our main office in Findlay Township. Please note that public transportation options to this location are limited, and the office is not directly served by a bus route.

Flexible hours and duration of employment based on incumbent’s school schedule

KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA).

Links:

KTA's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

The Family and Medical Leave Act

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

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