Polymer R&D Intern - Hands-on Lab & Data Insights

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA) seeks a student-intern to assist with pilot line trials, produce and test samples, and evaluate material performance. You will perform compression and cold-temperature tests, collect and interpret data, and contribute to cost-optimization opportunities.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab/manufacturing experience, data-driven analysis, and collaboration with the R&D team to drive product development outcomes.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Textile Sciences, or a related field.
• Rising Junior or Senior preferred; exceptional Sophomore candidates will be considered.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret technical data.
• Interest in product development, materials science, and hands-on laboratory or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pilot line trials to evaluate product performance and material optimization opportunities.
• Produce and test samples using various polymer formulations and additive concentrations.
• Conduct compression resistance and cold-temperature performance testing on product samples.
• Analyze, chart, and interpret test data to identify performance and cost improvement opportunities.
• Present findings and recommendations to the R&D team upon project completion.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Interest in product development

Education

Polymer Science / Mechanical Engineering / Textile Sciences (relevant field)

Job description

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA) seeks a student-intern to assist with pilot line trials, produce and test samples, and evaluate material performance. You will perform compression and cold-temperature tests, collect and interpret data, and contribute to cost-optimization opportunities.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab/manufacturing experience, data-driven analysis, and collaboration with the R&D team to drive product development outcomes.