Paid Polymer Lab Intern - Fall 2026/Spring 2027

Avient Corporation; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This paid internship within our polymer lab may lead to a Summer 2027 internship.

You will work with a senior scientist to perform polymer analyses using FT-IR, XRF, and thermal analysis. The role requires strict safety practices and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Working toward a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field.
• Must have strong lab safety practices and ability to handle chemicals and equipment carefully.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior scientist with polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, and thermal analysis methods.
• Support safety practices and proper handling of lab equipment.
• Respond to internal and external requests in a timely manner.
• Train in other areas of Corporate Technology as needed.
• Collaborate with technology team to understand analysis results.

Skills

Lab safety

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BS degree candidate in science/engineering/materials science

Tools

FT-IR

XRF

Thermal analysis

Job description

Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This paid internship within our polymer lab may lead to a Summer 2027 internship.

You will work with a senior scientist to perform polymer analyses using FT-IR, XRF, and thermal analysis. The role requires strict safety practices and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced lab environment.