Materials Engineering Intern - Paint & Polymers

CNH; New Holland, Northern (Lancaster County, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CNH Industrial Group is seeking a Materials Engineering Intern for Paints & Polymers in New Holland, PA. You will work on paints, coatings, polymers, plastics, color technology, and material performance testing under hands-on engineering supervision.

This on-site internship runs May through August, full-time (40 hours per week). Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree and pursue a career in materials science or related fields.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Interest in materials engineering, polymers, coatings, or color science.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support development projects with paints, coatings, plastics, and adhesives.
• Perform material testing to evaluate durability, weathering, and color performance.
• Analyze data and present results to engineering teams.
• Collaborate on material selection and product improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing and quality.

Skills

Paints & Coatings

Polymers

Color Science

Data Analysis

Materials Testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Materials Engineering Intern - Paint & Polymers

Requisition ID: 5694

Job Location: New Holland - Pennsylvania - United States

Category: Engineering and Technical

Job Type: Intern or Co Op

Working Mode: Fully On-Site

About Us

At CNH, we are driven by a clear purpose: we serve and advance the people who feed and build a growing world.

As a global leader in agriculture and construction, we create the equipment, technology, and solutions that help our customers work more productively and sustainably. Our success starts with our people, and we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and every employee has the opportunity to grow.

Grow a Career. Build a Future.

If you're ready to make an impact and build a career with purpose, there's a place for you at CNH.

Intern Program Overview

We are committed to building a strong talent pipeline by investing in early career professionals. Our internship and co-op programs provide mentorship, training, hands-on experience, and growth opportunities that empower students to explore their career paths with confidence. Through competitive wages, networking events, social and volunteer activities, professional development workshops, and housing support, we strive to deliver one of the best internship experiences - designed to develop and inspire the talent of tomorrow. Summer interns work full-time (40 hours per week) from May through August. Candidates must be currently enrolled college students actively pursuing a degree to participate in the internship program.

Job Purpose

Join the CNH Materials Engineering team and help develop the materials that protect and enhance some of the world's most advanced agricultural and construction equipment. As a Materials Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working with paints, coatings, polymers, plastics, color technology, and material performance testing while supporting real-world engineering projects. Working alongside experienced engineers, laboratory technicians, and cross-functional teams, you will evaluate materials, investigate product performance, and contribute to the development of new technologies used across CNH products. This role offers exposure to laboratory testing, color science, coatings technology, polymer materials, data analysis, and product development while making a direct impact on product quality, durability, and customer satisfaction. Ideal for students interested in materials engineering, polymers, coatings, manufacturing, product development, or quality engineering, this internship provides valuable industry experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Product Development Projects. Work alongside Materials Engineers on real-world projects involving paints, coatings, plastics, adhesives, and other materials used on CNH equipment.
• Perform Material Testing and Evaluation. Conduct laboratory testing to assess durability, weathering, corrosion resistance, color performance, and material properties.
• Analyze Data and Communicate Results. Collect, analyze, and interpret test data, identify trends, and present findings and recommendations to engineering teams.
• Collaborate on Material Solutions. Participate in material selection, supplier qualification, product improvement initiatives, and root cause investigations to solve engineering challenges.
• Engage with Cross-Functional Teams. Work with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and suppliers while supporting color development, appearance evaluations, and other projects that directly impact CNH products.

Experience Required

Candidates must be pursuing (at minimum) a Bachelor's Degree

Pay Transparency

The annual salary for this role is USD $23.69 - $25.75 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

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