R&D Intern Spring 2027

Default Brand; Northwood (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A leading glass manufacturing company located in Northwood, Iowa, is seeking an intern to assist with R&D experiments primarily focused on bonding systems. The intern will prepare and test samples while also managing a personal project aligned with company goals. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in chemical engineering, material science, or a related field. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to innovative projects within the industry.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in relevant fields such as chemical engineering.
• Familiar with engineering math and basic statistics, or willing to learn.
• Flexible and willing to switch priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with R&D experiments related to bonding systems.
• Assemble, condition, and test laboratory samples.
• Keep a detailed lab notebook of all testing performed.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good observation skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, material science, or chemistry

Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or natural science

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

The NSG Group is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of glass and glazing products for the architectural, automotive industry and technical glass sectors. Here you can feel confident that your work will make a difference throughout the globe. Being a world leader in glass, we impact millions of people’s view of the world each and every day. At our core, we value embracing challenges, respecting others and unleashing their potential.

Join us on our mission to change our surroundings and improve our world!

We are a diverse team that develops and tests bonding systems on automotive glass and performs failure analysis on the same systems. This internship involves preparing and testing samples, primarily in these areas. In addition, the intern will have a project, chosen based on company needs and intern interests, that they will be responsible for planning and executing, with our support.

Primary Duties

• Assist with R&D experiments as needed, primarily related to bonding systems
• Assemble, condition, and test laboratory samples
• Collate data and write lab reports
• Participate in large scale experiments (DOEs, etc.) within R&D and validation
• Keep a detailed lab notebook of all testing performed
• Enter data into appropriate data systems in a timely fashion
• Plan and execute intern project
• Maintain clean, organized lab spaces and assist with sample disposal
• Log in and dispose of chemicals in accordance with HSE policies
• Assist with health and safety initiatives, with direction
• Assist with recycling program and other environmental initiatives as needed

Qualifications Required

• Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, material science, or chemistry
• Familiar with Microsoft Office 365
• Self-motivated, flexible individual willing to switch priorities and maintain background tasks between more urgent projects
• Good observation, organizational and note-taking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiar with engineering math and basic statistics, or willing and able to learn

Qualifications Desired

• Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or natural science
• Interest in chemistry and structure of surfaces

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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