PhD Materials R&D Intern - Polymers & Composites Lab

TE Connectivity

Fremont (CA)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 79,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Materials Development R&D Intern for Summer 2027 in Fremont, CA. You will join the Polymer and Composites group within the Corporate Technology Center, performing hands-on work in a lab environment on formulation and characterization of polymeric materials.

You should be pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science and have strong knowledge of polymer chemistry, composite processing, and material characterization

Qualifications

Pursuing a Ph.D., preferably in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
Strong knowledge in polymer chemistry and polymer composites including processing techniques.
Experience with FTIR, SEM/EDS, MS, DSC, TGA, Instron, and rheology.
Self-motivated, able to learn quickly, and work independently in the lab.
Hands-on laboratory experience.
Ability to define a problem and develop multiple approaches to obtain a solution.
Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in formulation development and application testing.
Assist in chemical and mechanical analysis of new polymer formulations.
Conduct literature search and document experimental data; present results at group meetings.
Support ongoing R&D projects in development of novel functional polymeric and composite materials, e.g., thermoplastic composites, elastomers, sealants/adhesives/coatings.