Product Development Intern — Lab Chemistry for Metal Packaging

Henkel; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Henkel offers a hands-on internship in the metal packaging sector where you will develop and test new product formulations in our laboratory. You’ll contribute to ongoing projects, learn industry standards, and gain insight into real-world applications and quality testing.

As a current Chemistry undergraduate, you will present data to stakeholders, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build hands-on skills through structured learning opportunities offered by Henkel.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student (Junior/Senior) pursuing a Chemistry degree.
• Ability to independently research and develop innovative solutions in a lab environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong ability to communicate scientific ideas clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• Experience presenting data and findings to internal stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for hands-on experimentation and product development.

Responsibilities

• Get hands-on experience creating product formulations in laboratory settings with real-world impact.
• Contribute to the development of new products in the metal packaging industry.
• Perform lab testing on formulations to evaluate performance and quality.
• Assist in the development and validation of new test methods.
• Learn about the metal packaging industry, its standards, and innovation opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support formulation and testing projects.

Skills

Independent research

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Scientific communication

Data presentation

Detail-oriented

Education

Undergrad student in Chemistry

Job description

Henkel offers a hands-on internship in the metal packaging sector where you will develop and test new product formulations in our laboratory. You’ll contribute to ongoing projects, learn industry standards, and gain insight into real-world applications and quality testing.

As a current Chemistry undergraduate, you will present data to stakeholders, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build hands-on skills through structured learning opportunities offered by Henkel.