Product Development Intern, Metal Packaging – Spring/Summer 2027

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

About this Position

At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, 'all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you'll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What you'll do

• 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

What makes you a good fit

• A current undergraduate student (Junior/Senior) pursuing a degree in Chemistry


• 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

Some benefits of joining Henkel as an intern

• Exciting projects that allow you to make real impact and collaborate with Henkel colleagues worldwide.


• Countless learning opportunities available through Henkel's online learning platform with over 9,000 professional courses.


• Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts and sustainability ambassadors.


• Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship that allow you to accomplish concrete goals.


• In-person and virtual social events to connect with other Henkel interns across the country.

Following your internship, you'll be invited to join Henkel as a returning intern or full-time employee.

Additional information

• This internship is not eligible for a housing stipend or relocation support.


• This internship has a duration of January 11th - August 13th


• Recruitment for our 2027 internships starts in September 2026 and runs through early March 2027 or until all our positions are filled


• If selected to move forward in our recruitment process, you will receive an email from a recruiter on our talent acquisition team


• If a position you applied for is filled by another candidate, you will receive an email from our team alerting you that the position is closed.

The salary range for this role is $22-27/hour.This is the rate that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wagesfor this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range andthis range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel is an equalopportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race,color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, geneticinformation, and other legally protected categories.