Materials Engineering Co-Op

Entegris, Inc.; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation: $20-$30/hour

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Materials Engineering Co‑Op for the Spring 2027 season. The 6‑month assignment focuses on advancing next‑generation polymeric materials for semiconductor technologies and reports to the Materials Engineering Senior Manager.

You will lead polymer development projects, develop qualification plans, and support multiple departments to resolve material issues. This co‑op emphasizes hands‑on lab work and cross‑functional teamwork in a global R&D setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Materials / Chemical / Polymer Engineering.
• Experience/exposure with formulation and development of polymeric compounds.
• Analytical background with working knowledge of chemical and polymer analysis laboratory instrumentation and methodologies.
• Knowledge of polymer manufacturing and processing including injection molding, rotomolding, blow molding, and extrusion.
• Experience using structured DOE and statistical methods in an R&D environment.
• Understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead polymer development projects involving cross‑functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, product management, sales, marketing, and global supply management).
• Use your expertise to create materials solutions based on customer‑defined product and application needs.
• Develop qualification plans and success criteria for a given application.
• Provide support to engineering and other departments (manufacturing, processing, incoming quality, etc.) on new and existing materials issues.
• Investigate materials failures to determine root cause and work with cross functional teams to recommend corrective actions.
• Document work via data packages and material specifications.

Skills

Polymer analysis

DOE / statistics

Root Cause Analysis

Polymer processing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Materials / Chemical / Polymer Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Materials Engineering Co-Op

Job Description: Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue the mission.

The Role:

Our site in Chaska, MN is seeking a Materials Engineering Co-Op to join our team for the Spring 2027 season. This assignment is intended to be 6 months in duration. The Advanced Purity Solutions, Materials Engineering Team is seeking a creative and innovative individual to help accelerate the development of next generation materials to meet the needs of leading semiconductor technology developers. This role of Materials Engineering Co‑op reports to the Materials Engineering Senior Manager. AI, loT, Automation, and Digitization are fueling growth in the semiconductor industry. This is creating opportunities at Entegris as we develop leading-edge polymeric materials to meet these technology demands. Join our team and apply your expertise and leadership to be a part of creating materials to solve complex customer challenges.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead polymer development projects involving cross‑functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, product management, sales, marketing, and global supply management)
• Use your expertise to create materials solutions based on customer‑defined product and application needs
• Develop qualification plans and success criteria for a given application
• Provide support to engineering and other departments(manufacturing, processing, incoming quality, etc.) on new and existing materials issues
• Investigate materials failures to determine root cause and work with cross functional teams to recommend corrective actions
• Document work via data packages and material specifications

What We Seek:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Materials / Chemical / Polymer Engineering
• Experience/exposure with formulation and development of polymeric compounds
• Analytical background with working knowledge of chemical and polymer analysis laboratory instrumentation and methodologies
• Knowledge of polymer manufacturing and processing including injection molding, rotomolding, blow molding, and extrusion
• Experience using structured DOE and statistical methods in an R&D environment
• Understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action processes and tools
• Experience in a global R&D environment is preferred

Desired Major(s) & Graduation Year:

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Materials / Chemical / Polymer Engineering Target Graduation Date of December 2027 or May 2028

Eligibility:

• Must be a currently enrolled student
• Available to work 40 hours a week, M-F (8a-5p) beginning in January through June
• Must be familiar with the university’s requirements to participate in a co‑op program

Entegris is not currently hiring candidates for co‑ops/internships who will need, now or at any time in the future, Entegris sponsorship through the H1‑B lottery.

WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision‑making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization— not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $20-$30/hour range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence
• Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.