R&D Lab Tech Intern — Rubber Formulation & Testing

TITAN FRANCE SAS; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in rubber compounding

Mentorship from experienced chemists

Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects

Job summary

TITAN FRANCE SAS is seeking a motivated INTERN-R&D Lab Tech to join our Rubber Compounding Development Lab in Union City, Tennessee. This role offers hands-on experience in material development, laboratory testing, and process improvement.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in a related field and have a strong interest in polymers and materials science. You'll gain exposure to industrial R&D workflows while contributing to projects that impact product performance.

Mentorship from seasoned chemists and engineers will provide a strong foundation for future careers in materials science and engineering.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field.
• Strong interest in polymers, materials science, or manufacturing.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to learn and operate laboratory equipment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and basic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare rubber compounds using laboratory mixing and milling equipment.
• Assist with raw material weighing, batching, and documentation.
• Perform physical property testing following ASTM standards.
• Record, analyze, and maintain accurate experimental data.
• Support development of new formulations and process improvements.
• Participate in experimental design and troubleshooting activities.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality procedures.

Skills

Strong interest in polymers

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency with spreadsheets

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory mixing and milling equipment

Job description

TITAN FRANCE SAS is seeking a motivated INTERN-R&D Lab Tech to join our Rubber Compounding Development Lab in Union City, Tennessee. This role offers hands-on experience in material development, laboratory testing, and process improvement.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in a related field and have a strong interest in polymers and materials science. You'll gain exposure to industrial R&D workflows while contributing to projects that impact product performance.

Mentorship from seasoned chemists and engineers will provide a strong foundation for future careers in materials science and engineering.