Materials Testing Intern: Hands-on R&D Lab Experience

Airtech Advanced Materials Group; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Fully funded retirement plan

Job summary

Airtech International is offering a Materials Testing Intern position to support our R&D Materials Testing Laboratory. You will assist in mechanical, thermal, and chemical testing of polymer compounds and help document results under supervision.

The internship provides exposure to tensile testing, DSC/TGA analysis, viscometry, and FTIR spectroscopy, with emphasis on data recording, lab safety, and professional communication in a real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn; basic knowledge of lab safety and material testing concepts.
• Proficient in Excel; familiarity with Python and technical lab software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and execution of standardized material tests including mechanical, thermal, and chemical evaluations.
• Prepare test samples with proper labeling, documentation, and tracking.
• Operate laboratory instruments under supervision, such as tensile testers, thermal analyzers (DSC/TGA), viscometers, and spectroscopic tools (FTIR).
• Record test data accurately and assist in basic data analysis and report preparation.
• Help maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment by following safety protocols and best practices.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on testing methods and improvements.
• Gain practical experience with lab equipment and testing procedures relevant to polymer materials.
• Understand the principles of mechanical, thermal, and chemical material characterization.
• Develop familiarity with technical documentation, lab safety, and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Improve communication, teamwork, and time management skills in a real-world R&D environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Lab safety basics

Communication skills

Excel

Python (basics)

Education

Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Materials Science/ Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Tensile testers

DSC/TGA

Viscometers

FTIR

Job description

Airtech International is offering a Materials Testing Intern position to support our R&D Materials Testing Laboratory. You will assist in mechanical, thermal, and chemical testing of polymer compounds and help document results under supervision.

The internship provides exposure to tensile testing, DSC/TGA analysis, viscometry, and FTIR spectroscopy, with emphasis on data recording, lab safety, and professional communication in a real-world setting.