QC Lab Intern (Summer 2027)

Hydrite; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer Kick-Off Event

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Hydrite is seeking a QC Lab Intern for Summer 2027 in California to support Quality Control Chemists and uphold the company’s Standards of Excellence. You will perform daily laboratory activities, calibrations and quality checks, and help prepare certificates of analysis.

Ideal candidates are chemistry students (junior or senior) with coursework in analytical, physical, and organic chemistry, plus good communication and math skills. On-site internship with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be studying to obtain a degree in Chemistry (Junior or Senior).
• Completion of core Chemistry courses: Analytical, Physical, Organic Chemistry and labs.
• Good laboratory analytical skills.
• Basic computer skills and MS Office knowledge.
• Able to apply advanced math and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily laboratory activities to support QC Chemists.
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, QC checks, solution prep and standardization.
• Conduct quality control analysis of materials under supervision.
• Administrative duties: Certificates of Analysis generation, distribution and filing.
• Maintain accurate, neat and complete records.
• Keep a clean and neat laboratory at all times.
• Report food safety issues to supervisor or SQF Practitioner.
• Support Hydrite's standards of excellence and safety training participation.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Chemistry degree program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

We are a company where people matter.

We are family driven.

We are financially strong.

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Professional development workshops & training
• In-person networking opportunities with leadership and peers
• Hands-on project experience with real business impact
• Paid volunteer time
• Company-sponsored events and activities
• Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation

QC Lab Intern (Summer 2027)

The primary purpose of this position is to perform required quality control projects while providing support to Quality Control Chemists and ensuring that all Quality Assurance/Quality Control practices and procedures are followed. This position will uphold the Hydrite “Standards of Excellence” through continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, both internal and external.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Perform daily laboratory activities to support Quality Control Chemists.
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solutions preparations and standardization.
• Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing materials under the supervision of a Quality Control Chemist.
• Perform administrative duties which includes the generation, distribution and filing of Certificates of Analysis.
• Maintain records accurately, neatly, legibly and completely.
• Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times.
• Clean glassware.
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• All staff members are responsible for reporting food safety problems to their supervisor or the SQF Practitioner upon observation of a known or potential issue.
• Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
• Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant.

Reporting Structure

• This position reports to the Quality Control Lab Manager.

Preferred Experience

• Must be studying to obtain a degree in Chemistry (Junior or Senior).
• Completion of following core Chemistry courses: Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and associated labs.
• Must possess good laboratory analytical skills.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• Able to apply advanced math skills and use involved problem solving.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Additional Benefits

• Summer Kick-Off Event: A two-day introduction with plant tours, leadership Q&A, team-building, and networking with interns and co-ops across Hydrite.
• Learning Opportunities: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership.

California pay range

$21—$25 USD