Silicones Engineering Intern — Hands-on Trials & Data

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

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.