Product Development Intern - Summer 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend or relocation support

Online learning platform with 9,000+课程

Networking events with Henkel leaders

Feedback discussions to achieve goals

In-person and virtual social events

Job summary

Henkel, in its Adhesive Technologies unit, seeks a Product Development Intern to work with state-of-the-art technologies and raw materials in developing adhesives and sealants. You will support formulation and batch preparation in a lab, applying standardized testing methodologies and interpreting results to drive product improvements.

You will collaborate with senior technologists, participate in hands-on experimentation, and contribute to innovative new products while managing multiple

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Chemical Engineering or Chemistry degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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.

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 for housing stipend 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 qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.