Summer 2027 Intern-Research Intern for Polymers

Momentive; Pearl River (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $26.00

Mentor-guided internship

AI/ML project exposure

Job summary

Momentive is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern in Research for Polymers. The role offers hands-on plastics formulation, processing, testing, and data‑driven product development under a mentor.

You will design experiments, analyze data, and explore AI/ML tools to optimize formulations and drive product innovation. Responsibilities include polymer sample prep, protocol development, and characterizing processing‑aid performance on film processing equipment.

Qualifications

• The candidate is pursuing a degree in polymer-related fields or data science.
• Basic lab and data-analysis experience with Excel or similar tools.
• Ability to follow lab safety requirements and procedures.
• Interest in learning plastics processing, material characterization, and AI/ML optimization.
• Experience with statistical analysis and tools is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Polymer sample preparation and processing using plastics equipment.
• Develop testing protocols and quantify processing‑aid performance on film lines.
• Apply AI/ML and data analysis to experimental datasets and report results.

Skills

Lab basics

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Python

R

MATLAB

JMP

Minitab

Education

Polymer Science

Materials Science

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Plastics Engineering

Data Science

Tools

Excel

Python

R

MATLAB

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Job Title:

Summer 2027 Intern-Research Intern for Polymers

Summary:

The intern will gain hands‑on experience in plastics formulation, processing, testing, and data‑driven product development. Under the guidance of a mentor, the intern will design and conduct experiments to evaluate the effects of processing additives on various plastics, analyze and interpret experimental data, and use AI and machine learning tools to support formulation optimization and product innovation.

Responsibilities Include:

Polymer Sample Preparation and Processing

• Receive hands‑on training from a mentor using plastics processing equipment, including extruders and blown‑film lines.
• Prepare polymer formulations containing processing additives and evaluate their performance.

Test and Characterization Method Development

• Develop and refine testing protocols for evaluating polymer formulations on film‑processing equipment.
• Improve characterization methods used to quantify polymer processing‑aid performance and impact on material properties.

AI/ML‑Assisted Product Development

• Work with the mentor to apply AI, machine learning, and data‑analysis tools to experimental datasets.
• Use data‑driven methods to identify trends, predict formulation performance, and optimize product compositions
• Document modeling approaches, results, and recommendations to support future product‑development activities

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• Pursuing a degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Plastics Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Basic laboratory and data‑analysis experience, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar tools.
• Ability to follow laboratory safety requirements and experimental procedures.
• Interest in learning plastics processing, material characterization, and AI/ML‑assisted formulation optimization.
• Experience with statistical analysis, Python, R, MATLAB, JMP, Minitab, or machine learning tools is preferred but not required

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.

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. #BePartoftheSolution

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.

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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.

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