Product Development Intern - Summer 2027

Henkel; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation support

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Product Development Intern for the Adhesive Technologies unit. You will work with state-of-the-art technologies and raw materials to develop adhesives and sealants, support formulation and lab prep, and learn standardized testing methods.

You will analyze results, discuss findings with senior technologists, and contribute to innovative product development through hands-on experimentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry and graduating 2027/2028.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with state-of-the-art technologies in adhesives and sealants development.
• Support formulation and preparation of product batches in a lab.
• Learn and apply standardized testing methodologies.
• Analyze test results and identify trends.
• Collaborate with senior technologists on findings and product innovation.
• Participate in development of new products through hands-on experimentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Microsoft 365

Multi-tasking

Lab planning

Initiative

Education

Undergraduate in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

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

What you’ll do

• As a Product Development Intern, you will:
• Work with state-of-the-art technologies and raw materials in the development of adhesives and sealants.
• Support the formulation and preparation of product batches in a lab environment.
• Learn and apply standardized methodologies for testing product performance and quality.
• Analyze and interpret test results, identifying trends and potential improvements.
• Collaborate with senior technologists to discuss findings and contribute to product innovation.
• Participate in the development of innovative new products through hands‑on experimentation and research.

What makes you a good fit

• An undergraduate student graduating in 2027 or 2028 pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent team player with a proactive and supportive attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Capable of planning and organizing lab work with guidance, demonstrating initiative and attention to detail.

Some perks 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 may be invited to join Henkel as a returning intern or full-time employee.

Additional information

• This internship is eligible fora housingstipend or relocation support.
• This internship has a duration of May 24th – 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 our talent acquisition team.
• If a position you applied to is filled by another candidate, you will receive an email from our team alerting you that the position is closed.

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

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualifiedapplicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.