Materials Science R&D Intern: Shape Next-Gen Safety Gear

MSA, The Safety Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

MSA Safety is seeking a Graduate R&D Intern in Materials Science to support the design and development of next‑generation safety equipment. You will work hands‑on on materials investigations, using techniques like FTIR and DSC, to improve product performance in real-world applications.

We value curiosity, adaptability, and strong communication as you collaborate with a global team. This extended internship provides meaningful, project‑based work while you expand technical expertise in a

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed an advanced graduate degree in Materials Science and Engineering.
• Commit to a 9–12 month extended internship.
• Desire for meaningful work and learning in a dynamic, global team.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical expertise to troubleshoot materials-related challenges and support product development.
• Coordinate exploratory destructive and non-destructive testing on samples.
• Utilize in-house analytical equipment to inform engineering conclusions.
• Analyze data and document decisions for broad technical audiences.
• Stay informed on material innovations and share results with leadership.

Skills

Materials science

Analytical instruments

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Masters or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

Tools

FTIR

GC-MS

DSC

XRF

XRD

SEM

Job description

MSA Safety is seeking a Graduate R&D Intern in Materials Science to support the design and development of next‑generation safety equipment. You will work hands‑on on materials investigations, using techniques like FTIR and DSC, to improve product performance in real-world applications.

We value curiosity, adaptability, and strong communication as you collaborate with a global team. This extended internship provides meaningful, project‑based work while you expand technical expertise in a