R&D Intern (Lab) (2027)

Hollister Incorporated; Libertyville (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollister Incorporated is seeking a motivated intern to join our R&D team in Libertyville, IL. The role focuses on materials testing, formulation work, and general lab support in a hybrid environment.

The intern will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic research setting and work closely with the R&D department. Candidates should be pursuing degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering, with hands-on lab experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through coursework or projects.
• Strong interest in materials testing and formulation.

Responsibilities

• Support formulation development by preparing and testing various formulations under supervision.
• Conduct materials and formulation testing using established procedures.
• Assist in method development and validation for materials analysis.
• Prepare samples and assist in prototype preparation.
• Support material characterization activities, including physical and chemical properties testing.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, data analysis and results.
• Help maintain laboratory equipment and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and optimize experimental protocols.
• Adhere to all safety and regulatory guidelines to ensure proper lab operations.

Skills

Lab experience

Materials testing

Lab techniques

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Biomedical Engineering

Materials Science

Chemical Engineering

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Location: Libertyville
Department: Research & Development

Summary

We are seeking a motivated intern with a background in Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering to join our R&D team. The successful candidate will assist with materials testing, formulation work, sample preparation, and general laboratory support in a hands‑on, collaborative research environment. This is an excellent opportunity for students with strong lab skills to gain valuable experience in a dynamic R&D setting.

Hollister Incorporated operates in a hybrid environment, Interns are required to come into the office in Libertyville IL a minimum of 4 days per week. Hollister does not provide relocation nor housing assistance for this opportuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support formulation development by preparing and testing various formulations under supervisor
• Conduct materials and formulation testing using established procedures.
• Assist in method development and validation for materials analysis.
• Prepare samples and assist in prototype preparation.
• Support material characterization activities, including physical and chemical properties testing.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, data analysis, and results.
• Help maintain laboratory equipment and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and optimize experimental protocols.
• Adhere to all safety and regulatory guidelines to ensure proper lab operations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience through coursework or academic projects.
• Strong interest in materials testing and formulation.
• Familiarity with basic lab techniques and equipment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $22.00 - $26.00 per hour based on applicant's educationand skills

About Hollister Incorporated

Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee‑owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services and its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee‑owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

EOE Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.