Silicones Engineering Intern

Wacker Chemical Corporation; Charleston (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance from

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Wellbeing fund

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Community involvement support

Job summary

WACKER is seeking a Silicones Engineering Intern in Charleston, Tennessee, to join the HDK fumed silica production area. This 12-week, full-time internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to real-world projects with meaningful impact.

The role focuses on supporting trials, data compilation, and developing control documents, while emphasising safety, teamwork, and initiative. Candidates should be pursuing Chemical Engineering and be able to work in the US legally.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering; rising sophomore or higher.
• Available full-time in person for our 12-week program.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support trials and data collection for reactor raw material trials.
• Develop and update control documents for HDK Reaction.
• Support team members in developing and updating HDK Packaging BOMs and ITPMs.
• Attend team meetings and contribute ideas.
• Prepare reports, presentations, or documentation as needed.
• Create and present a Project Presentation at the end of the internship.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

MS Office

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in Charleston, we are looking for you as a(n) Silicones Engineering Intern.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Silicones Engineering team. This internship offers hands-on experience in our HDK fumed silica production area, professional development opportunities, and exposure to real-world projects that make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Support trials and compile data for reactor raw material trials.
• Develop and update control documents for HDK Reaction
• Support team members in developing and updating HDK Packaging bill of materials and ITPMs
• Attend team meetings and contribute ideas
• Prepare reports, presentations, or documentation as needed
• Create and present a Project Presentation at the end of the internship
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Rising sophomore or higher pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering
• Available full-time in person (Mon-Fri) for our 12 week program
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain confidentiality
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.