PhD R&D Materials Analytics Intern

TE Connectivity Corporation; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Ph.D. intern in the Global Technology group in Fremont, CA, to support advanced materials analysis and R&D innovation within the Corporate Technology Center (CTC). The role focuses on hands-on testing, data analysis, and reporting on polymeric materials and related formulations.

The ideal candidate is a Ph.D. student in Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, or Polymer Science, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and available for a 10–12 week internship during May–August.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Ph.D., preferably in Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 in major.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Prior internship experience or major project is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge and hands-on experience with SEM/EDS, XRF, Raman, TGA, DSC, and other instruments.
• Document experiments and procedures, analyze data, and report findings.
• Work independently in a hands-on lab environment and collaborate with internal/external customers.

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry/Materials/Polymer Science

Tools

SEM/EDS

XRF

Raman

TGA

DSC

Rotational Rheometer

DMA

Capillary Rheometer

TGA-GC/MS

FTIR

Job description

TE Connectivity is seeking a Ph.D. intern in the Global Technology group in Fremont, CA, to support advanced materials analysis and R&D innovation within the Corporate Technology Center (CTC). The role focuses on hands-on testing, data analysis, and reporting on polymeric materials and related formulations.

The ideal candidate is a Ph.D. student in Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, or Polymer Science, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and available for a 10–12 week internship during May–August.