Research And Development Intern

PLZ Corp; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from professionals

Hands-on experience in the lab

Job summary

A leading company in product development in Bridgeview, IL is seeking an R&D Summer Intern. This role offers hands-on experience in aerosol formulation, laboratory testing, and support for new product development projects. The intern will collaborate with R&D scientists, gaining valuable insights into the industry and mentorship. Candidates should be full-time students with strong communication skills and a GPA of 3.0 or above. This is an on-site internship with no relocation assistance offered.

Qualifications

• Full-time student with minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Eager to learn and participate in projects.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support aerosol product development activities.
• Work on laboratory testing and scale-up support.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists on new products.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree

Job description

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing facilities or corporate headquarters, PLZ prioritizes health and safety, and offers you the support you need to create the career you want, through engagement, equity and inclusion, and opportunity.

From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees. Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit https://youtu.be/XYNIFpLQIJY

Department: R&D

• Work Location: Bridgeview, IL
• Approximate Start/End Date: May 18, 2026 to August 14, 2026
• Physical Work Requirements: On-site
• Compensation: $21-$23 an hour (Pay range is based on experience and education level)
• No housing or relocation assistance available

Internship Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Summer Intern to support aerosol product development activities. This role provides hands‑on experience in aerosol formulation, laboratory testing, performance evaluation, and scale‑up support. The intern will work closely with R&D scientists and cross‑functional partners to support new product development, reformulations, and technical projects.

What you will learn

• Opportunity to work on projects that are meaningful and practical
• Learn about our industry, customers, and business objectives
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• Aerosol Formulation & Testing
• Laboratory & Documentation
• Scale‑Up & Manufacturing Support
• Safety & Compliance

Internship Criteria

• Must be a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Minimum of a 3.0 or above GPA
• Must be able work 40 hours per week
• Eagerness to learn from others and hands on experiences
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with flexibility
• Ability to work in the U.S. for an indefinite period

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.