Summer 2027 Intern – Agriculture (Technology/R&D)

Momentive; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 14,547,000 - 17,192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay range

Job summary

Momentive in Pearl River, NY invites an ambitious Summer 2027 Intern in Agriculture to join our Technology/R&D team. You will conduct a research project on sustainable adjuvants, assist in synthesis, formulation, and application testing of new agricultural materials.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, data analysis, and presentation of findings in reports and a final PPT. Eligible candidates are pursuing MS or PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields and available May

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze scientific problems and propose hypothesis-driven solutions.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and integrate concepts from chemistry, physical chemistry, biology, agricultural sciences, or related fields to understand, articulate, and contribute to solving complex scientific problems.
• Experience executing experimental studies and interpreting data to establish structure-property-performance relationships.
• Ability to effectively document experimental work and communicate technical findings through written reports and presentations.
• Familiarity with surfactants, colloid and interface science, or related fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform lab-based experimentation - Operate all instruments required for the scope of the project.
• Document work through an electronic lab notebook.
• Maintain lab according to good housekeeping principles.
• Collect and consolidate findings in report format.
• Summarize and exhibit work in a PPT format at the end of the summer.

Skills

Lab experimentation

Data analysis

Report writing

Presentations

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MS or PhD in chemistry/chemical engineering/material science

Tools

Electronic lab notebook

Job description

Job Title

Summer 2027 Intern – Agriculture (Technology/R&D)

Summary

The intern will be conducting a research project related to the development of new sustainable adjuvants for agricultural applications. This includes helping in the synthesis, formulation and application testing of new agricultural materials. These new products have an enhanced sustainability profile while preserving or expanding the performance achieved with current solutions.

Responsibilities

Research project geared towards advancing Momentive’s knowledge and understanding of agricultural spray adjuvants. Must be able to perform the following functions after training.

• Independently perform lab-based experimentation - Operate all instruments required for the scope of the project.
• Document work through an electronic lab notebook.
• Maintain lab according to good housekeeping principles.
• Collect and consolidate findings in report format.
• Summarize and exhibit work in a PPT format at the end of the summer.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze scientific problems and propose hypothesis-driven solutions.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and integrate concepts from chemistry, physical chemistry, biology, agricultural sciences, or related fields to understand, articulate, and contribute to solving complex scientific problems.
• Experience executing experimental studies and interpreting data to establish structure-property-performance relationships.
• Ability to effectively document experimental work and communicate technical findings through written reports and presentations.
• Familiarity with surfactants, colloid and interface science, or related fields is a plus.

Program Minimum Qualifications

• The candidate must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.
• The candidate is expected to be available 40 hours a week for a period of 10-12 weeks between the months of May and August.

Education Requirement

Must be pursuing a MS or PhD in the field of chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or related field.

What We Offer

• Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $26.00
• The base salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography.

At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.

About Us

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law.

An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.